GOLAZONEWSPalmeiras take top spot, Cruzeiro prepare for Gremio clash
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- Palmeiras defeated Athletico 2-0 despite playing with ten men.
- The result puts Palmeiras at the top of the Brazilian league table.
- Cruzeiro welcomes back Lucas Romero for their upcoming match against Gremio.
Palmeiras secured a 2-0 victory against Athletico at the Arena da Baixada during the 31st round of the Brazilian championship. Despite Andreas Pereira being sent off in the 42nd minute, Abel Ferreira's side maintained their composure throughout the second half, supported by a strong performance from goalkeeper Carlos Miguel. The win puts Palmeiras at the top of the standings with 66 points, two points ahead of Flamengo.
Elsewhere, Cruzeiro is preparing to face Gremio this Sunday at 16:00 (Brasilia time) in Rio Grande do Sul. Manager Artur Jorge will have Lucas Romero available for selection again. The midfielder had been sidelined for the previous match against Bragantino due to left calf pain sustained during the game against Sao Paulo.