São Paulo and Flamengo Draw Secures Palmeiras a Top 7 Spot in Brasileirão
Palmeiras has secured its place in the top seven of the Brasileirão, ensuring direct access to the Libertadores in 2026. The recent draw between São Paulo and Flamengo has left São Paulo, currently in eighth place, with 45 points after the 32nd round of the league. With 18 points still to play for, São Paulo cannot catch up to Palmeiras, who are led by coach Abel Ferreira.
Upcoming Matches for Palmeiras
Palmeiras is set to face Santos in the 32nd round of the Brasileirão on Thursday at 9:30 PM. A victory in this match will solidify their lead in the league, extending the gap to three points ahead of the second-placed team.
Palmeiras and Libertadores
This would mark Palmeiras’ 12th consecutive appearance in South America’s premier club competition. During this successful run, the club has won the Libertadores title twice, in 2020 and 2021, both under the tactical guidance of Abel Ferreira.
Palmeiras in the Finals
Currently, Palmeiras has advanced to the final of the Libertadores, set to take place in Lima, Peru, on the 29th of this month. They achieved this by overcoming a three-goal deficit against LDU at Allianz Parque. Their opponent in the final is Flamengo, who also competes with them for the Brasileirão title.
Palmers versus Flamengo
This upcoming clash marks the second final between Palmeiras and Flamengo since Abel Ferreira’s arrival in Brazil. In their previous meeting in 2021, Palmeiras triumphed with a 2-1 victory, featuring a late goal from Deyverson in extra time.
Potential Achievements for Abel Ferreira
If Palmeiras secures either the Libertadores or the Brasileirão title this season, Abel Ferreira will become the most successful coach in the club’s history, amassing 11 trophies in about five years.
- Current Points: Palmeiras in G-7, São Paulo at 45 points.
- Next Match: Palmeiras vs. Santos, Thursday at 9:30 PM.
- Libertadores Participation: 12th consecutive year, with titles in 2020 and 2021.
- Upcoming Final: Against Flamengo on the 29th in Lima, Peru.
- Palmers’ Coach: Abel Ferreira, aiming for his 11th title.
