Palmeiras lost to Botafogo 3-1 last Tuesday (26) and got complicated in the fight for the Brazilian Championship title. After Alviverde’s defeat at Allianz Parque, journalist Felippe Facincani did not forgive right-back Marcos Rocha. In a video on YouTube, the “Placar” commentator criticized the player and mocked club officials.
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– One of Palmeiras’ worst recent players. One of the biggest lies that Palmeiras had, supported by titles and other decisive athletes. Palmeiras only won the Libertadores in 2021 because he was not on the field. Congratulations to Anderson Barros, Abel Ferreira and Leila Pereira for renewing the contract of a player who could not step foot in the CT since 2023 – said Facincani.
Marcos Rocha was expelled from the game in the second half after hitting Igor Jesus in the face. Wilton Pereira Sampaio gave the player a yellow card, but after a VAR review, he reversed his decision and issued a red card. Soon after the full-back left, Alvinegro scored the second goal, with Savarino. Before, the Rio team had already scored with Gregore, and reached the third with Adryelson. Palmeiras decreased with Richard Ríos.
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Revealed by Atlético-MG, Marcos Rocha arrived at Palmeiras in 2018 and won 12 titles with the club, including Libertadores, Brasileirão, Copa do Brasil, Recopa Sul-Americana, Supercopa do Brasil and Paulistão. In total, there are more than 300 games with the Alviverde shirt. Previously, the athlete had also spent time at CRB, Ponte Preta and América-MG.
Final stretch of Brasileirão do Palmeiras
With the defeat, Palmeiras fell to second place in the table, with 70 points, and saw Botafogo reach 73. In the last two rounds, Alviverde faces Cruzeiro and Fluminense, while Alvinegro has duels against Internacional and São Paulo.
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Marcos Rocha was sent off by Wilton Pereira Sampaio in Palmeiras x Botafogo (Photo: Joisel Amaral/AGIF)
Palmeiras Lost to Botafogo 3-1: Did They Bring a Spoon to a Knife Fight?
Ah, Palmeiras. That illustrious club that has won it all, or at least they’d like to remind us of that every five minutes. Last Tuesday, the Alviverde faithful had their patience tested as they fell to Botafogo in a 3-1 defeat at Allianz Parque. It was a match that left fans scratching their heads, while journalists like Felippe Facincani took a scalpel to the performance of right-back Marcos Rocha.
In a YouTube tirade that could rival the best roast battle, Facincani didn’t pull any punches, declaring Rocha one of the club’s “worst recent players.” Ouch! That’s more savage than a cat on a hot tin roof. Facincani, like a modern-day oracle, suggested that Palmeiras’ 2021 Libertadores victory was due to Rocha *not* being on the field. That’s like claiming your team won the Super Bowl because your star quarterback was off on holiday. What a cheeky accusation!
The Red Card Misadventure
As if the defeat wasn’t enough for Palmeiras’ supporters to handle, Rocha decided to ramp up the drama by getting himself bounced from the match. In a moment of sheer brilliance (or what I like to call “Monday Night Football IQ”), he swung at Igor Jesus and was originally rewarded with a yellow card. But alas, VAR—as infuriating as a cat at a dog show—intervened and upgraded his punishment to a red card. Talk about a quick transformation from “meh” to “oh no!”
After Rocha strolled off the pitch, Botafogo scored again and added a third for good measure. It was like watching an iceberg melt—painful to see, and you just know something catastrophic is about to happen. Only Richard Ríos managed to provide a flicker of hope for Palmeiras, scoring a consolation goal that felt like getting a participation trophy in a race where you finished last.
Time to Rethink Some Contracts?
Facincani didn’t stop at just calling out Rocha; he also took a swing at club officials, particularly the trio of Anderson Barros, Abel Ferreira, and Leila Pereira, for renewing the right-back’s contract. It’s like keeping a leaky faucet around just because it once filled your bucket! With 300 games under his belt and a trophy cabinet bursting at the seams, Rocha has certainly made his mark, but perhaps it’s time to reassess whether that mark is a masterpiece or a child’s finger painting.
The Brazilian Championship Hangs in the Balance
Now, with this colossal defeat, Palmeiras finds themselves gripping the second spot with 70 points, watching Botafogo strut ahead with 73. Their upcoming matches against Cruzeiro and Fluminense will feel like a high-stakes poker game, one bad hand and it’s game over, folks! Meanwhile, Botafogo has the audacity to face off against Internacional and São Paulo, which could either solidify their lead or leave them crapping their pants.
As the final stretch of the Brasileirão nears, the question remains: will Palmeiras find a way to bounce back and reclaim their crown, or will they simply keep stumbling over their own feet like a clumsy giraffe on roller-skates?
Conclusion: Time to Step Up or Step Out!
In conclusion, even the mightiest can falter, but it’s how you get back on your feet that counts. Whether they bounce back or continue this downward spiral, one thing’s for sure: Brazilian football fans undoubtedly love a bit of drama. Just like any good sitcom, it’s the twists and turns that keep us glued to our screens. So, Palmeiras, get your act together before the next episode of “As the Ball Bounces” airs!
Palmeiras suffered a disappointing 3-1 loss to Botafogo last Tuesday (26), complicating their quest for the Brazilian Championship title. Following Alviverde’s lackluster performance at Allianz Parque, sports journalist Felippe Facincani unleashed a wave of criticism towards right-back Marcos Rocha. In an emotionally charged video shared on YouTube, the “Placar” commentator not only condemned Rocha’s performance but also took aim at the club’s management.
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– One of Palmeiras’ worst recent players. One of the biggest lies that Palmeiras had, supported by titles and other decisive athletes. Palmeiras only won the Libertadores in 2021 because he was not on the field. Congratulations to Anderson Barros, Abel Ferreira, and Leila Pereira for renewing the contract of a player who could not step foot in the CT since 2023 – remarked Facincani, leaving little room for ambiguity regarding his feelings.
Marcos Rocha faced a red card in the second half after striking Igor Jesus in the face, a decision reached by referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio, who initially issued a yellow card but changed his mind after consulting VAR. Following Rocha’s dismissal, Alvinegro swiftly capitalized on the opportunity, netting their second goal through Savarino shortly after. Earlier in the match, Gregore had already given the Rio team the lead, and Adryelson added a third before Palmeiras managed a consolation goal from Richard Ríos.
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Marcos Rocha, who was initially revealed by Atlético-MG, joined Palmeiras in 2018 and boasts an impressive tally of 12 titles with the club including the prestigious Libertadores, Brasileirão, Copa do Brasil, Recopa Sul-Americana, Supercopa do Brasil, and Paulistão. Throughout his time with the Alviverde, he has accumulated over 300 appearances. Prior to his tenure at Palmeiras, Rocha also made his mark at CRB, Ponte Preta, and América-MG.
Final stretch of Brasileirão do Palmeiras
With this recent defeat, Palmeiras slipped to second place in the league standings, now sitting at 70 points, while Botafogo reclaimed the top spot at 73. As the season draws to a close, Alviverde is set to face off against Cruzeiro and Fluminense in their remaining two matches, whereas Botafogo will go head-to-head with Internacional and São Paulo.
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