This Saturday (22nd), at Allianz Parque, Palmeiras played to a 0-0 draw against Fluminense in the 35th round of the Brasileirão.
Palmeiras is struggling, having gone four matches without a win and failing to score in their last three games (including a 1-0 loss to Santos and two 0-0 draws against Vitória). This puts Verdão in a tougher position in the race for the national title. (see the detailed situation below)
The first half was filled with intensity, as the tricolor side created several opportunities, utilizing Serna’s speed and attempting shots from distance.
During one moment, Lima took a shot that narrowly missed the post.
Despite being at home, Palmeiras focused on counterattacks, featuring Vitor Roque and Flaco López.
After halftime, Fluminense continued to generate scoring chances, with the best opportunity coming from Canobbio, whose shot hit the Palmeiras post.
The Uruguayan forward also had an opportunity inside the box, but Carlos Miguel was there for the save.
Vitor Roque responded with a menacing play down the left flank.
In the final moments of the match, Palmeiras applied pressure, but lacked tactical organization, creating little real threat to Fábio’s goal.
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This draw leaves Palmeiras in second place with 70 points, as rivals Flamengo extended their lead to four points at the top, with only three games remaining in the Brasileirão.
Fluminense remains in sixth place with 55 points, but they could drop positions if Bahia wins against Vasco this Sunday (23rd) at Arena Fonte Nova.
Palmeiras will be back in action on Tuesday (25th) with an away match against Grêmio at the Arena in Porto Alegre, for the 36th round.
Following that, Palmeiras will face Flamengo in the final of the Conmebol Libertadores on Saturday (29th) in Lima, Peru.
Meanwhile, Fluminense will host São Paulo at Maracanã, with the opportunity to secure a place in the next edition of the Libertadores.
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