The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has released VAR audio from a key penalty in Palmeiras’ 1-0 defeat to Internacional. VAR official Wagner Reway confirmed the on-field decision by referee Victor Hugo Imazu dos Santos, stating, “Clear contact on the leg here…Penalty is confirmed.”
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Rafael Borré failed to convert the penalty at the 21st minute, and Internacional capitalized with Wesley scoring just before half-time. This victory maintains Internacional’s perfect record, placing them second with six points. Palmeiras stands 12th with three points.
Tem gente curtindo a vibe 100% na liderança! É ela, a minha tabela! Se liga na classificação que já já começa a rodada 3! pic.twitter.com/NRirG5hkOB
— Brasileirão Betano (@Brasileirao) April 19, 2024
Up next, Palmeiras hosts Flamengo, while Internacional faces Athletico-PR at Ligga Arena, both on Sunday.
Remembering Zagallo
Sambafoot Series launched a new documentary about the football legend Zagallo. Known as ‘Velho Lobo‘ and as superstitious as it gets, Zagallo helped shape what Brazilian football is nowadays — as a player and as a coach.
The first episode is available on Sambafoot’s Youtube channel and the series will receive weekly releases to tell this legend’s life story.
