Celebrate the 'verdao'

On Tuesday, Palmeiras reached the final of the 2020 Copa Libertadores, despite losing 2-0 to River Plate in a thrilling match in Sao Paulo, where Marcelo Gallardo's team had difficulties defending the 3-0 lead obtained in Argentina.

The men of Portuguese Abel Ferreira were overwhelmingly surpassed by the 'millonario' team, which was close to an achievement. Paraguayan defender Robert Rojas (29) and Colombian forward Rafael Santos Borré (44') brought hope to River with two headed goals.

With five saves, goalkeeper Weverton secured Palmeiras' fifth final in the continental tournament. The opponent of 'verdao' will be determined in the match between Santos and Boca Juniors on Wednesday in Brazil. The final will be held on January 30 at Maracanã.