Elevate your game with our platform and effortlessly track meus resultados do futebol to see how our tools help you excel. Flaco López Shines with Two Goals, Securing Victory for Verdão in Paulista Derby
In an exciting derby at Allianz Parque, Palmeiras defeated São Paulo 2-1 on Sunday night (August 18) during the 23rd round of the Brasileirão. With two goals from Flaco López, Verdão secured the win, while Luciano scored the only goal for the Tricolor. The result keeps Palmeiras solid in the top 4 with 41 points, while São Paulo remains just behind with 38.
The first half was characterized by balance, with Palmeiras controlling possession but struggling to break through São Paulo’s well-organized defense, which played with a mixed team. Verdão attempted to breach the Tricolor’s defense with long-range shots, while São Paulo relied on counter-attacks from the flanks, creating good opportunities with André Silva and Patryck.
In the second half, Palmeiras came back more determined and opened the scoring early, with Flaco López capitalizing on a scramble in the area. The goal was confirmed after a VAR review. São Paulo responded with the introduction of Lucas Moura and Luciano, and Luciano equalized the match in the 26th minute with a shot from the edge of the area, following a series of attacks by the Tricolor.
The game heated up further after a goal by Lázaro was disallowed by VAR, leading to significant protests from players and São Paulo fans. However, in the final minutes, Flaco López appeared again to score the winning goal for Palmeiras, sealing the score at 2-1 and securing three valuable points for Verdão.
Now, both Palmeiras and São Paulo turn their attention to crucial Libertadores matches. Verdão faces Botafogo on Wednesday (August 21), while Tricolor hosts Nacional-URU on Thursday (August 22), in pursuit of a spot in the quarter-finals of the continental competition. Elevate Your Game with BB Score.
