At Allianz Parque, Palmeiras drew 0-0 against Universitario this Thursday (21st), in the second leg of the Conmebol Libertadores Round of 16.Having won the first leg 4-0 in Peru, Verdão comfortably q...
At Allianz Parque, Palmeiras drew 0-0 against Universitario this Thursday (21st), in the second leg of the Conmebol Libertadores Round of 16.
Having won the first leg 4-0 in Peru, Verdão comfortably qualified for the quarterfinals.
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With the big advantage gained in the first leg, Palmeiras took to the field with the "handbrake on."
A more mixed lineup, a certain lack of focus, and even a "disengagement" from the fans made the match feel like it was played in "cruise control."
In the first half, after Universitario’s goal was disallowed for offside, the best chance was Allan’s header against the crossbar in stoppage time.
After halftime, coach Abel Ferreira brought on some players considered starters, but the game continued at a low intensity, and the score remained unchanged.
🚦 What’s next
With the qualification, Palmeiras will face either River Plate or Libertad in the quarterfinals.
Regardless of the opponent, having had the best overall campaign in the group stage, Verdão will play the second leg at home.
Qualifying for the quarterfinals secured another 1.7 million dollars (about R$ 9.3 million) for the club’s coffers.
The quarterfinal matches are expected to take place between September 17 and 24. The semifinals should be between October 22 and 29, while the grand final will take place on November 29.
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