Fluminense beat Palmeiras 1-0 in Thiago Silva’s return to the Maracanã in the tricolor jersey after almost 16 years. The three points allow the Rio de Janeiro team to breathe easier in their fight to get out of the relegation places in the Brasileirão, while for the São Paulo team it is a hard setback in their aspiration to win the third championship.
The only goal of the match in the 19th round was scored by Jhon Arias three minutes from the end. It all started with a spectacular advance by the Ecuadorian Kevin Serna, who had a good performance in his debut, and ended with a great shot by the Colombian at the near post to beat goalkeeper Wéverton.
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With this result, the reigning Copa Libertadores champions remain in the relegation zone, but are closer to salvation. They are now second to last in the table, three points away from leaving the red zone.
O gol da vitória do @fluminensefc!
🎥 @canalpremiere pic.twitter.com/YeS6egqEeV
— Brasileirão Betano (@Brasileirao) July 25, 2024
Whether it was due to the morale boost or his footballing quality, the return of Thiago Silva marked a change in the direction of the team. Before his return, Fluminense had only won one game in 16 games in the Brazilian league.
With the defender on the pitch, Mano Menezes’ team has now racked up two consecutive wins. Not only that, but they have also not conceded a goal in either of those two matches, something they had not previously achieved in the championship.
Palmeiras falls, Flamengo rises and Botafogo leads
Verdão’s defeat, the second in the last three matches, relegated Abel Ferrerira’s team to third place. Flamengo stole the runner-up spot, with a 2-1 win over Vitória three points behind leader Botafogo and with a game in hand.
Fogão were unable to maintain their winning streak and drew 2-2 on their visit to São Paulo. Lucas Moura and Ferrerinha scored for the home team, while Tiquinho Soares and Cuiabano did so for the team that remains at the top.
Que quarta, hein! Tá maluco… pic.twitter.com/FCk3m7EBRo
— Brasileirão Betano (@Brasileirao) July 25, 2024
