Palmeiras came out on top in the Derby Paulista, defeating Corinthians 2–0 on April 12, 2025, at Arena Barueri. From the very beginning, they took control of the match.

In the 14th minute, Joaquín Piquerez opened the scoring after a clever assist from Richard Ríos. Shortly after, in the 19th minute, Emiliano Martínez added a second goal. As a result, Palmeiras quickly established a strong lead.

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Although Corinthians had 66% possession, they struggled to create chances. They managed only one shot on target. Meanwhile, Palmeiras focused on efficiency, recording 14 shots, six of which were on target.

As the match went on, the intensity increased. Consequently, 11 yellow cards were issued. At one point, Vitor Roque appeared to score a third for Palmeiras. However, the goal was ruled offside by VAR.

Tactical Insights

From a tactical standpoint, Palmeiras pressed high and disrupted Corinthians’ buildup play. This approach allowed them to win the ball early and create quick chances. Furthermore, the midfield duo of Ríos and Martínez controlled the pace throughout the game.

On the other hand, Corinthians had difficulty responding. Despite their possession, they couldn’t break through Palmeiras’ solid defense. Their passing lacked speed, and their attack never found rhythm.

Standings Update

This result solidifies Palmeiras’ place at the top of the Brasileirão table with 7 points from three matches. So far, they remain unbeaten and look like serious title contenders. Their balanced mix of youth and experience continues to deliver results.

On the other hand, Corinthians now sits in the middle of the table with 4 points. While it’s still early in the season, this defeat exposes several issues—especially in their attack—that the coaching staff will need to address moving forward.

With momentum on their side, Palmeiras will look to carry this form into their next fixture. Meanwhile, Corinthians must regroup quickly if they want to stay competitive in this year’s title race.