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Paulista Derby Ends in Tense Draw at Neo Química Arena
São Paulo, Brazil – A vibrant match between Corinthians and Palmeiras concluded in a 1-1 draw at the Neo Química Arena, in a game full of emotions and tension corresponding to matchday 22 of the Brazilian Serie A.
Palmeiras took the lead in the 14th minute thanks to a penalty goal by Vitor Roque. However, the lead didn’t last long, as an own goal by J. Piquerez in the 26th minute leveled the score for Corinthians.
The match was characterized by an intense midfield battle. Possession favored Palmeiras with 58%, while Corinthians controlled 42% of the ball. However, total shots were more favorable to Palmeiras with 19 attempts (7 on target, 8 off target), compared to Corinthians’ 8 (1 on target, 5 off target).
Referee Ramon Abatti Abel showed several yellow cards during the match, three for Palmeiras (Bruno Fuchs in the 32nd minute, Lucas Evangelista in the 71st minute, and G. Gomez in the 90th minute) and two for Corinthians (Breno Bidon in the 40th minute and M. Depay in the 90th minute), reflecting the intensity of the game. Palmeiras also generated more opportunities from corner kicks, accumulating 10 against Corinthians’ 3. The match was played at the Neo Química Arena, and was characterized by a high number of fouls: 17 committed by Corinthians and 15 by Palmeiras.
The draw leaves both teams needing to seek victory in their next matches to climb positions in the Serie A table.
Substitutions palmeiras: at minute 61 Mauricio came in and F. Torres went out., at minute 74 Felipe Anderson came in and R. Sosa went out.
Substitutions corinthians: at minute 61 Raniele came in and Joao Pedro went out., at minute 80 R. Garro came in and Caca went out., at minute 80 Charles Rigon came in and Ryan went out., at minute 80 Maycon came in and Vitinho went out., at minute 87 Gui Negao came in and Talles Magno went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Corinthians
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