Palmeiras vs 26.07.26 22:301 – 2Full Time
Atletico-MG — Brasileirão Série A: stats, lineups & analysis
Match report
Palmeiras stunned by late Atletico-MG salvo despite dominating Nubank Parque
Palmeiras suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Atletico-MG in round 20 of the Brasileirão Série A, a result that halted their charge at the top of the table despite them producing the lion's share of the play at Nubank Parque. The match was goalless at half-time before turning decisively in the second half.
AI-assisted match report written from official match data.
Victor Hugo broke the deadlock for the visitors in the 54th minute, converting to put Atletico-MG 1-0 ahead against the run of general territorial control. Palmeiras responded through Felipe Anderson, who levelled in the 75th minute with an assist from Jhon Arias, sparking hope of a home turnaround. That optimism lasted barely two minutes.
Igor Gomes restored Atletico-MG's lead in the 77th minute, finishing off a move set up by A. Minda to make it 2-1 and settle the contest. Palmeiras pushed for an equaliser but could not find a way through again, with the visitors holding on to claim the points and dent the leaders' recent run of good form.
Igor Gomes struck the decisive goal in the 77th minute and finished as the top-rated performer on the pitch with a 7.95 rating.
Palmeiras enjoyed 69% possession and fired 22 shots to Atletico-MG's nine, yet still finished on the losing side.
Atletico-MG won 2–1 away against Palmeiras (half-time 0–0).
Palmeiras met Atletico-MG in the Brasileirão Série A (Regular Season - 20). Kick-off was Sunday, 26 July 2026, 22:30 UTC at Nubank Parque. Referee: B. Arleu.
Team pages: Palmeiras · Atletico-MG · Brasileirão Série A
Key moments
- 54' Goal: Victor Hugo — 0–1 · Watch Victor Hugo's goal video (54')
- 75' Goal: Felipe Anderson (assist: Vitor Roque) — 1–1
- 77' Goal: Igor Gomes (assist: Alan Minda) — 1–2 · Watch Igor Gomes's goal video (77')
Starting line-ups
Palmeiras (3-4-2-1)
- 1 Carlos Miguel
- 32 Emiliano Martínez
- 15 Gustavo Gómez (c)
- 26 Murilo
- 22 Joaquín Piquerez
- 17 Marlon Freitas
- 8 Andreas Pereira
- 4 Agustín Giay
- 11 Jhon Arias
- 18 Maurício
- 10 Paulinho
Atletico-MG (3-4-2-1)
- 22 Everson (c)
- 13 Lyanco
- 4 Ruan Tressoldi
- 2 Natanael
- 6 Renan Lodi
- 8 Maycon
- 25 Tomás Pérez
- 23 Angelo Preciado
- 11 Bernard
- 30 Victor Hugo
- 9 Mateo Cassierra
Pre-match read
Over 1.5 Goals. League base rate: 78% over 1.5 goals On the other hand: Team over/under identity — Palmeiras have gone over 1.5 in 71% of their last 38 matches and Atletico-MG in 63% of their last 38, against a l
Under 3.5 Goals. League base rate: 26% over 3.5 goals On the other hand: Low-chance environment (xG) — Combined expected goals across both sides' last five games projects to just 2.0 per match.
Over 2.5 Goals. League base rate: 51% over 2.5 goals On the other hand: Low-chance environment (xG) — Combined expected goals across both sides' last five games projects to just 2.0 per match.
Both Teams to Score. League base rate: 57% both teams score On the other hand: The hosts clearly outclass the visitors — The home side is rated 275 Elo points above the visitors — big home favourites this size see the t
Palmeiras to Score. League base rate: 84% home sides score
Home rated 1938 vs 1663 — 0.88 expected score Palmeiras sit 1st; Atletico-MG 13th (BSA · 19 matches played) Atletico-MG without key midfielder Alan Franco Palmeiras in stronger form — 2.2 vs 1.6 ppg (n=5)
Model-generated pre-match read. Not betting advice.
About this match
On this page: the Palmeiras vs Atletico-MG final score and result, goal highlights and video clips of every goal, who scored, starting lineups, match stats and the full match report from this Brasileirão Série A fixture.
- Who scored and when — a goal-by-goal timeline of the match.
- Match stats — possession, shots, expected goals (xG), corners and cards.
- Starting lineups and player ratings for both teams.
- Head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.
Watch the goals: goal highlights and video clips of every goal from Palmeiras 1–2 Atletico-MG. Explore more on the Palmeiras and Atletico-MG team pages or the Brasileirão Série A page.
Quick answers
›What was the final score of Palmeiras vs Atletico-MG?
Atletico-MG won 2–1 away against Palmeiras (half-time 0–0).
›Who scored in Palmeiras vs Atletico-MG?
Victor Hugo (54') for Atletico-MG; Felipe Anderson (75') for Palmeiras; Igor Gomes (77') for Atletico-MG.
›Where can I watch Palmeiras vs Atletico-MG highlights?
Goal highlights and video clips from Palmeiras 1–2 Atletico-MG are on this page — open the videos tab to watch every goal.
›What is the head-to-head record between Palmeiras and Atletico-MG?
Palmeiras and Atletico-MG have met 10 times — 5 wins for Palmeiras, 1 win for Atletico-MG and 4 draws.