Match report

Palmeiras Defeats Ceara 3-1 in Serie A Clash

Ceara
Ceara
1–3
FT
Palmeiras
Palmeiras
Dec 7, 2025

Palmeiras managed to secure a critical 3-1 win over Ceara in the latest edition of Brazil's Serie A. Despite Pedro Raul giving Ceara an early lead, Palmeiras rallied with goals from F. Torres, R. Sosa, and J. López, turning the match in their favor.

Key Facts

  • • Pedro Raul scored for Ceara at 12 minutes (assist: Willian Machado)
  • • F. Torres equalized for Palmeiras at 17 minutes (assist: Bruno Fuchs)
  • • R. Sosa put Palmeiras ahead at 60 minutes
  • • J. López sealed the victory for Palmeiras at 65 minutes (assist: Jefte)

Lineups

Ceara

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 94 Bruno Ferreira (G)
  • 2 R. Ramos
  • 44 Marcos Victor (D)
  • 23 Willian Machado (D)
  • 79 Matheus Bahia (D)
  • 25 Vinicius Zanocelo (M)
  • 20 Diego (M)
  • 27 A. Galeano (M)
  • 10 Lucas Mugni (M)
  • 77 Fernandinho (M)
  • 9 Pedro Raul (F)

Substitutes

  • 1 Richard
  • 3 Marllon
  • 7 Pedro Henrique
  • 11 Aylon
  • 17 Paulo Baya
  • 26 Richardson
  • 29 Vina
  • 33 Eder
  • 30 Fabiano
  • 80 Guilherme Luiz
  • 88 Fernando Sobral
  • 97 Lourenco

Palmeiras

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 14 Marcelo Lomba (G)
  • 4 A. Giay (D)
  • 3 Bruno Fuchs (D)
  • 43 Benedetti (D)
  • 6 Jefte (D)
  • 5 A. Moreno (M)
  • 48 Larson (M)
  • 19 R. Sosa (M)
  • 18 Mauricio (M)
  • 17 F. Torres (M)
  • 42 J. Lopez (F)

Substitutes

  • 1 Carlos Miguel
  • 72 K. Lima
  • 11 Bruno Rodrigues
  • 12 Khellven
  • 13 Micael
  • 31 Luighi
  • 37 Riquelme Fillipi
  • 40 Allan
  • 45 Erick Bele
  • 50 Luis Felipe

Timeline

  1. Ceara
    12' Ceara Goal · Normal Goal
    Pedro Raul · Assist: Willian Machado
  2. Palmeiras
    17' Palmeiras Goal · Normal Goal
    F. Torres · Assist: Bruno Fuchs
  3. Palmeiras
    35' Palmeiras Card · Yellow Card
    Larson

    Foul

  4. Ceara
    45'+2 Ceara Card · Yellow Card
    Fernandinho

    Foul

  5. Ceara
    46' Ceara subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Dieguinho · On: Fernando Sobral
  6. Ceara
    59' Ceara Card · Yellow Card
    Fernando Sobral

    Foul

  7. Palmeiras
    60' Palmeiras Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Sosa
  8. Ceara
    62' Ceara subst · Substitution 2
    Off: Fernandinho · On: Pedro Henrique
  9. Ceara
    62' Ceara subst · Substitution 3
    Off: L. Mugni · On: Vina
  10. Palmeiras
    65' Palmeiras Goal · Normal Goal
    J. López · Assist: Jefte
  11. Palmeiras
    68' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 1
    Off: F. Torres · On: Luighi
  12. Palmeiras
    68' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 2
    Off: Larson · On: Allan Elias
  13. Ceara
    69' Ceara subst · Substitution 4
    Off: R. Ramos · On: Aylon
  14. Palmeiras
    73' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 3
    Off: J. López · On: Bruno Rodrigues
  15. Palmeiras
    78' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 5
    Off: A. Moreno · On: Luis Felipe
  16. Palmeiras
    78' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Maurício · On: Erick Bele
  17. Ceara
    79' Ceara Card · Yellow Card
    Willian Machado

    Foul

  18. Palmeiras
    86' Palmeiras Card · Yellow Card
    Luis Felipe

    Foul

  19. Ceara
    89' Ceara Card · Yellow Card
    Pedro Henrique

    Foul

Match Stats

Stat Ceara Palmeiras
Fouls 14 15
Pass Accuracy 84% 90%
Offsides 3 1
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 17 14
Corners 7 7
Total Passes 332 453
Yellow Cards 4 2
Blocked Shots 5 3
Shots on Target 5 7
xG 1.64 2.13
Shots off Target 7 4
Possession 43% 57%
Goals Prevented 0 0
Accurate Passes 280 408
Shots Inside Box 10 8
Saves 4 4
Shots Outside Box 7 6

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ The match's momentum shifted dramatically when F. Torres equalized just five minutes after Ceara took an early lead, setting the stage for a competitive second half.
  • ▸ Palmeiras solidified their win with two quick goals from R. Sosa and J. López in the 60th and 65th minutes respectively, showcasing strong teamwork and resilience.