Palmeiras celebrates 112th anniversary with Copa do Brasil clash against Santos
Palmeiras turns 112 today and faces Santos in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals.
Today, August 26, Palmeiras celebrates its 112th anniversary. The club marks this milestone with a crucial fixture, as the team coached by Abel Ferreira faces Santos in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals at Nubank Parque.
This date is significant in the club's history, often associated with key matches. Throughout its existence, the team has played 14 times on August 26, securing eight victories. The tradition dates back to 1917, when the club first took the field on this day.
The rivalry between these two teams in the Copa do Brasil has historically favored the Verdão. Palmeiras has eliminated Santos in both previous encounters in the competition: the 1998 semifinals and the 2015 final. These past meetings add an extra layer of history to the upcoming quarterfinal tie.
The probable starting lineup includes Carlos Miguel, Murilo, Gustavo Gómez, Alexander Barboza, Giay, Marlon Freitas, Andreas Pereira, Arthur, Jhon Arias, Vitor Roque, and Flaco López.