🎥 Palmeiras keep fans on edge, but beat Bahia and close in on Flamengo

🎥 Palmeiras keep fans on edge, but beat Bahia and close in on Flamengo Palmeiras were grateful, then took advantage of Flamengo's slip-up. They left their fans on edge by failing to take the numerous chances they created at Nubank Parque, but beat Bahia 1-0 on Thursday (8). Closing the gap on the Rio side in the race for the Brasileirão title. Check back soon for the highlights. 🇦🇷 Flaco on the attack Palmeiras took the lead just seven minutes in thanks to their leading scorer. Verdão did not even need the lion's share of possession in the first half to dominate proceedings. They created enough chances to extend their lead before the break, but Ronaldo redeemed himself. Bahia, meanwhile, failed to execute their first-half game plan. Chances Palmeiras needed to convert their chances, as the scoreline was "dangerous". João Martins' men had opportunities aplenty. Ronaldo continued to be Tricolor's standout performer on the pitch. The woodwork was also an "opponent" for the Green and Whites. Failing to "kill off" the game kept Bahia alive. And Carlos Miguel had to produce a fine save in the 40th minute, denying Erick. Palmeiras "flirted" with danger but celebrated three crucial points. League standings 📊 Palmeiras moved up to 60 points. They closed in on Flamengo, who lead with 61. Bahia, meanwhile, remained on 46. They sit sixth. Both teams will be back in action next Sunday (11). Verdão will face rivals Corinthians at Nubank Parque. Tricolor, meanwhile, will host Mirassol. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.