Palmeiras Struggles in Copa Libertadores, Ultimately Draws with Botafogo

Thursday, 22 August 2024, 01:30

Palmeiras faced a challenging match against Botafogo, ultimately resulting in a 2-2 draw in the Copa Libertadores. The effort by Palmeiras to secure a win fell just short, despite a remarkable comeback in the final moments of the game. Late attempts to score, including a disallowed goal and a hit on the crossbar, showcased the team's determination and resilience.

Abola — Palmeiras Struggles in Copa Libertadores, Ultimately Draws with Botafogo

Palmeiras' Dynamic Match Overview

Palmeiras and Botafogo drew 2-2 in São Paulo, which followed Botafogo's 2-1 victory in the first leg. This result secured Botafogo's advancement to the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals, as led by coach Artur Jorge.

Key Moments of the Match

Botafogo's Dominance: Igor Jesus and Jefferson Savarino scored, giving Botafogo a lead.
Palmeiras' Late Surge: Flaco López and Rony managed late goals to level the score.
VAR Controversy: A potential third goal for Palmeiras was overturned due to a handball.
Narrow Miss: A late free kick from Gabriel Menino struck the crossbar, denying Palmeiras an epic win.

Despite the draw, the match highlighted the fierce competition between these teams and the thrilling nature of the Libertadores.

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Palmeiras' Dynamic Match Overview

Key Moments of the Match

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