Palmeiras beat Atletico MG on Saturday (29/9) and took the lead in the Brazilian Championship, at least temporarily. The goals were scored by Rafael Vega from the penalty spot twice – once in each half, and Hulk, who equalized for Gallo from a free kick.
With this result, the Sao Paulo team achieved its sixth victory and its score reached 56 points, which is the same score as Botafogo, which had been occupying the position until that time. But he won on goal difference. Botafogo still has a chance to return to the top and take the lead, as it will face Gremio at 9pm in Brasilia. The match takes placeMetropolis Sports.
On the other hand, Atletico are stuck in the standings. He has 36 points and is far from the fight for the Group of Six.
The game
The match, played at the Brenco de Oro stadium, had an element of surprise: the wind. The strong wind caused the ball to be diverted in some movements, and made the reserve players look for reinforcements in their clothing, especially in the first half.
