Palmeiras vs. Atlético Mineiro: preview

At the end of the first half, Palmeiras and Atlético Mineiro are tied 0-0 in the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. If the result remains the same, the qualifier will be decided in a penalty shootout, as they also drew in the first leg. Although the current two-time champion of the tournament will face the second half with one player less.

In the 29th minute, Danilo arrived late to a play and made a strong tackle against Matías Zaracho. Instantly, referee Wilmar Roldán showed a yellow card to the 'Verdao' player, but the 'Gallo' players approached him to claim a harsher punishment.

Then, after a VAR review, the main referee realized the seriousness of the infraction and decided to show a red card. The right-back of Palmeiras left the field upset, despite the clear foul.

Palmeiras vs. Atlético Mineiro: preview

The current champion of the tournament arrives motivated to this match, as in the first leg they were losing 2-0. However, they scored a goal in the 59th minute thanks to Murilo Cerqueira, and in the 90+2' they found the agonizing equalizer through Danilo.

Now, the 'Verdao' hopes to secure the tie as the home team. In that sense, forward Ronny knows that the constant support of the fans will be important for the match against Atlético Mineiro.

On the other hand, the present of the team led by Cuca is not good. The team lost last Sunday against Paranaense (2-3). Thus, they have three consecutive matches without a victory and that disturbs the fans even more.