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Despite the final score, many observers noted that Palmeiras seemed slightly superior in terms of play. They dominated the possession and registered 24 attempts at goal, yet struggled to convert those into meaningful scoring opportunities. A missed penalty at the end of the match—taken by Stevan and saved by Corinthians' goalkeeper—further highlighted Palmeiras’ difficulties in finding the net when it mattered most.
Corinthians, on the other hand, managed to score on a counter-attack, demonstrating their capacity to take advantage of defensive lapses. The goal came after a mistake by Richard Rios, ultimately costing Palmeiras crucial points.