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Palmeiras defeats Cruzeiro in thrilling Belo Horizonte encounter
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, December 5, 2024 – Palmeiras overcame Cruzeiro 3-1 in a vibrant match corresponding to round 37 of the 2024 Brazilian Serie A, played at the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. The match, officiated by Anderson Daronco, was characterized by Palmeiras’ offensive dominance, creating numerous scoring opportunities.
Despite Palmeiras slightly edging the possession (55% to 45%), Cruzeiro struck first. Matheus Pereira, assisted by Marlon, opened the scoring in the 52nd minute. However, Cruzeiro’s joy was short-lived. Palmeiras responded forcefully, scoring three goals in the second half. Mauricio equalized in the 61st minute, thanks to a pass from R. Rios. Estevão sealed the victory in injury time in the 90th minute. Between those goals, the São Paulo team demonstrated greater effectiveness in front of goal, with 31 shots (12 on target) compared to Cruzeiro’s 9 (3 on target).
The game saw several yellow cards: three for Cruzeiro (Marlon, Ze Ivaldo, and Anderson) and one for Palmeiras (Vitor Reis). Despite the loss, Cruzeiro showed grit and determination, but Palmeiras’ superior shot count and accuracy were decisive in the final result.
Substitutions palmeiras: at minute 46 Gabriel Menino came in and A. Moreno went out., at minute 57 Mauricio came in and Felipe Anderson went out., at minute 57 Mayke came in and A. Giay went out., at minute 76 Caio Paulista came in and Vanderlan went out., at minute 80 Lazaro came in and Raphael Veiga went out.
Substitutions cruzeiro: at minute 67 F. Peralta came in and Japa went out., at minute 86 Vitinho came in and Matheus Pereira went out., at minute 86 Kenji came in and Gabriel Veron went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Cruzeiro
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