Palmeiras defeated Mirassol 1-0 in the sixth round of the 2026 Brasileirão, with Flaco López scoring the decisive goal.
Palmeiras secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Mirassol in the sixth round of the 2026 Brasileirão at Allianz Parque on May 15. The win propelled Palmeiras to the top of the league standings with 13 points.
Flaco López was the standout player, scoring the only goal of the match in the 26th minute. This goal marked his ninth of the season, adding to his impressive tally of three assists in 17 games.
Palmeiras returned to their home ground, Allianz Parque, after a series of matches played in Barueri due to stadium renovations. The team showcased a strong performance, registering 11 shots, with four hitting the target.
Despite the loss, Mirassol displayed resilience, attempting 12 shots, though only two were on target. They maintained 57% possession throughout the match but were unable to convert their chances into goals.
Following this match, Mirassol remains in 12th place with six points, struggling to find consistency in their performance.
Palmeiras’ head coach, Abel Ferreira, will be pleased with the result as his team continues to build momentum in the league. The victory is crucial as they aim to maintain their position at the top.
Looking ahead, Palmeiras will host Botafogo on May 18, while Mirassol is set to face Coritiba on the same day. Both teams will be eager to improve their standings in the league.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential injuries or player changes ahead of the upcoming matches.
