Match report
Flamengo Defeats Palmeiras 3-2 in Thrilling Serie A Clash
Flamengo
3–2
FT
Palmeiras
Oct 19, 2025
Flamengo held off a resilient comeback from Palmeiras to secure a thrilling 3–2 win at home. Goals by G. de Arrascaeta, J. Filho (penalty), and Pedro gave Flamengo the lead, but Gustavo Gómez's late goal nearly made it a nervy finish for the hosts in this Brazilian Serie A clash.
Key Facts
- • Flamengo: Goals by G. de Arrascaeta (10'), J. Filho (42', penalty), and Pedro (45')
- • Palmeiras: Vitor Roque (24') and Gustavo Gómez (90+6')
- • Maurício of Palmeiras received a yellow card in the 7th minute for argument with referee
- • Joaquín Piquerez was sent off with a red card in injury time after an argument
Lineups
Flamengo
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 A. Rossi (G)
- 22 Emerson Royal (D)
- 3 Leo Ortiz (D)
- 4 Leo Pereira (D)
- 26 Alex Sandro (D)
- 21 Jorginho (M)
- 5 E. Pulgar (M)
- 7 Luiz Araujo (M)
- 10 G. de Arrascaeta (M)
- 16 Samuel Lino (M)
- 9 Pedro (F)
Substitutes
- 25 Matheus Cunha
- 2 G. Varela
- 61 Joao Victor
- 13 Danilo
- 6 Ayrton Lucas
- 52 Evertton Araujo
- 29 Allan
- 8 S. Niguez
- 15 J. Carrascal
- 30 Michael
- 27 Bruno Henrique
- 50 G. Plata
Palmeiras
Formation: 4-1-3-2
Starting XI
- 1 Carlos Miguel (G)
- 12 Khellven (D)
- 15 G. Gomez (D)
- 3 Bruno Fuchs (D)
- 22 J. Piquerez (D)
- 5 A. Moreno (M)
- 18 Mauricio (M)
- 8 A. Pereira (M)
- 7 Felipe Anderson (M)
- 9 Vitor Roque (F)
- 42 J. Lopez (F)
Substitutes
- 14 Marcelo Lomba
- 72 K. Lima
- 4 A. Giay
- 6 Jefte
- 11 Bruno Rodrigues
- 13 Micael
- 17 F. Torres
- 19 R. Sosa
- 23 Raphael Veiga
- 26 Murilo
- 32 E. Martinez
- 40 Allan
Timeline
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7' Palmeiras Card · Yellow CardMaurício
Argument
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10' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalG. de Arrascaeta · Assist: Pedro
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24' Palmeiras Goal · Normal GoalVitor Roque · Assist: Khellven
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26' Flamengo subst · Substitution 1Off: Léo Ortiz · On: Danilo
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27' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardAlex Sandro
Foul
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42' Flamengo Goal · PenaltyJ. Filho
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45' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalPedro · Assist: G. de Arrascaeta
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57' Palmeiras Card · Yellow CardGustavo Gómez
Foul
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60' Flamengo subst · Substitution 2Off: E. Pulgar · On: Saúl Ñíguez
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60' Flamengo subst · Substitution 3Off: Samuel Lino · On: J. Carrascal
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60' Flamengo subst · Substitution 4Off: G. de Arrascaeta · On: G. Plata
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66' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 1Off: Maurício · On: Allan Elias
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67' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Moreno · On: E. Martínez
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72' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 3Off: Felipe Anderson · On: R. Sosa
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77' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 4Off: Khellven · On: F. Torres
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77' Palmeiras subst · Substitution 5Off: Andreas Pereira · On: Raphael Veiga
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84' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardJ. Carrascal
Foul
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84' Flamengo subst · Substitution 5Off: Pedro · On: Bruno Henrique
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90'+6 Palmeiras Card · Red CardJoaquín Piquerez
Argument
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90' Palmeiras Goal · Normal GoalGustavo Gómez
Match Stats
| Stat | Flamengo | Palmeiras |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 13 | 16 |
| Pass Accuracy | 80% | 79% |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Total Shots | 8 | 20 |
| Corners | 1 | 8 |
| Total Passes | 405 | 426 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 6 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 9 |
| xG | 1.74 | 1.19 |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 5 |
| Possession | 48% | 52% |
| Goals Prevented | -1 | -1 |
| Accurate Passes | 323 | 337 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 11 |
| Saves | 7 | 1 |
| Shots Outside Box | 2 | 9 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Flamengo's early lead, scoring twice within the first half-hour through G. de Arrascaeta and a penalty by J. Filho, set the tone for their victory.
- ▸ Gustavo Gómez's late goal in injury time almost brought Palmeiras back into contention, but Flamengo held on to secure three crucial points.