⚠️ Libertadores-26 has its first finalist after a penalty shoot-out

⚠️ Libertadores-26 has its first finalist after a penalty shoot-out Palmeiras will play in the eighth Copa Libertadores final in their history. Extending their record among Brazilian clubs. Their bid for a fourth title in the competition remains alive after knocking out Fluminense this Wednesday (21). After winning by a one-goal margin at the Maracanã, Verdão faced Tricolor at Nubank Parque. They lost 1–0 in regulation time, sending the tie to penalties. But Carlos Miguel denied Nonato, and Palmeiras were flawless from the spot, winning 5–3 in front of 40,425 fans. Check back soon for the highlights. Flu try, but nothing changes in the first half Tricolor had a big chance inside the opening two minutes. But Carlos Miguel denied Arana. With nothing but a win good enough, Tricolor controlled proceedings for most of the first half. Yet they failed to level the aggregate score. Palmeiras, meanwhile, showed their familiar defensive solidity without the ball. They managed to slow the game down in their own style while looking to catch their opponents off guard. Tricolor's young gem proves decisive again Tricolor's task remained the same: score at least once and keep a clean sheet. But time was running out. Palmeiras began to pose more of a threat on the counterattack through Sosa. And they continued to get back into shape effectively. Then Wesley Natã was called upon. And he made the difference again, playing a one-two with Ganso before setting up Hércules, who scored (82'). The goal levelled the aggregate score, ensuring a penalty shootout. Carlos Miguel makes the difference Everyone had converted until Carlos Miguel pushed away Nonato's penalty with his left arm. It was Fluminense's fourth spot-kick, leaving them trailing. That gave Marlon Freitas the chance to send Verdão through. And he converted, sealing a 5–3 win. What next❓ Palmeiras will learn their opponents in the Libertadores final this Thursday (22). After a 0–0 draw in Argentina, Flamengo host Estudiantes at the Maracanã. The final will take place on November 28 at the Centenário. Verdão and FFC now turn their attention back to the Brasileirão. Both will play next Saturday (24). Second-placed Palmeiras will host Red Bull Bragantino (10th) at Arena Barueri. Meanwhile, fifth-placed Tricolor will visit bottom club Chapecoense at Arena Condá. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.