Flaco López Celebrates Goal and Palmeiras’ Victory with Joy
Palmeiras beat Sporting Cristal 2-1 at Allianz Parque on April 16, 2026. The match was the second round of the Copa Libertadores group stage.
Match summary
Murilo opened the scoring for Palmeiras with a header. The second goal came from Flaco López, who converted a penalty to secure the win.
Palmeiras now has four points and sits top of Group F. The victory marked the club’s first triumph in this Libertadores campaign.
Key moments
- First goal: Murilo, from a cross by Allan.
- Winning goal: Flaco López, penalty conversion.
- Final score: Palmeiras 2, Sporting Cristal 1.
Player reactions
Flaco López said he was relieved to score again after three goalless matches. Flaco López Celebrates Goal and emphasized his willingness to take responsibility.
Defender Murilo praised the team’s aerial strength. He highlighted the importance of patience against low-block defences in Libertadores matches.
Context and outlook
The team returns to domestic action on April 19. Palmeiras faces Athletico Paranaense at Allianz Parque at 18:30, Brasília time, in the 12th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro.
Palmeiras’ next continental fixture is on April 29. The club travels to Paraguay to play Cerro Porteño at 21:30, Brasília time.
Report by Filmogaz.com. Fans shared Palmeiras’ Victory with Joy after a hard-fought night in São Paulo.
