Palmeiras Beat Ceará Amidst Fan Protests: Wey Dey Happen?
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Palmeiras secured a crucial 2-1 victory against Ceará at the Allianz Parque, but the match was overshadowed by ongoing protests from fans. The win comes after Palmeiras' elimination from the Copa do Brasil by Corinthians, leading to heightened tension directed towards club president Leila Pereira and coach Abel Ferreira.
Leila Pereira's Absence
President Leila Pereira was absent from the match, attending a meeting of the Brazilian Football Confederation in Rio de Janeiro. Her absence highlights the pressure she faces from disgruntled supporters.
The game itself was a tale of two halves. Ceará took the lead early in the second half with a stunning goal from Lourenço. However, Palmeiras responded swiftly, with Flaco López and Vitor Roque scoring within two minutes to turn the game around.
Match Highlights
- Ceará took the lead with a brilliant strike from Lourenço.
- Flaco López equalized for Palmeiras.
- Vitor Roque scored the winning goal shortly after.
Despite dominating possession, Palmeiras struggled to break down Ceará's defense in the first half. The victory, however, provides some respite from the mounting pressure and allows Palmeiras to maintain their position in the top tier of the Brasileiro league. Wey dey hope say dey go continue dema winning ways!