Mendoza, Viveros, and Aguirre Shine for Athletico Against Palmeiras
Athletico fell 1-0 to Palmeiras in São Paulo on April 19, 2026. The match was part of the Brasileirão season.
Match overview
Palmeiras scored the only goal of the game. Santos made one save and was not to blame for the goal.
Athletico struggled to create consistent chances. Several players had mixed performances across the pitch.
Individual performances
| Player | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Santos | 6.0 | One save. Not at fault for the goal. |
| Jadson | 5.0 | Limited impact in attack and defense. |
| João Cruz | 5.5 | Entered at 8′ of the second half. Mixed actions. |
| Terán | 6.0 | Strong as centre-back. Decent as fullback. |
| Aguirre | 6.5 | Solid defensively. Good in ball progression. |
| Leozinho | – | Entered at 34′ of the second half. Little time on pitch. |
| Arthur Dias | 6.0 | Beat on the goal. Several defensive contributions. |
| Esquivel | 6.0 | Completed one of seven crosses. Defensively steady. |
| Portilla | 5.0 | Low involvement with and without the ball. |
| Zapelli | 6.0 | Entered at 13′ of the second half. Added creativity. |
| Luiz Gustavo | 5.5 | Was beaten on the goal. Delivered accurate passes. |
| Renan Peixoto | – | Entered at 34′ of the second half. Minimal time. |
| Dudu Kogitzki | 5.5 | Could not create clear chances. |
| Chiqueti | 5.5 | Entered at 13′ of the second half. Well marked. |
| Viveros | 6.5 | Suffered a penalty. Provoked a red card. Threatened twice. |
| Mendoza | 6.5 | Good shot and a creative pass. Active in play. |
Key moments
Viveros drew a penalty and earned a sending-off for an opponent. He also produced two dangerous actions.
Mendoza tested the goalkeeper with a strong shot. He also supplied a creative pass that stood out.
Aguirre Shine for Athletico Against Palmeiras highlighted his defensive calm. He helped the team progress the ball.
Looking ahead
Athletico must sharpen attacking combinations. The squad showed fight but lacked finishing.
Coaches will analyze individual displays and minutes played. Adjustments are likely for upcoming fixtures.
