Atlético-MG and Palmeiras kicked off the 2026 World Cup in Brazil with a 2-2 draw at Arena MRV.
Victor Hugo and Kelvin (own goal) scored for the home team, while Flaco Lopez and Vito Roque scored for the visiting team.
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Atletico Madrid also had a goal disallowed due to Cuillo being offside. see below:
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The MRV Arena lacked excitement in the first half.
Each team only had one shot on target, but both scored.
In the 27th minute of the game, Flaco Lopez opened the scoring with a header from a corner kick.
Victor Hugo equalized with a loose ball inside the six-yard box towards the end of the first half.
After the halftime break, the game kicked off, and Gallo’s offense became more threatening.
After Everson passed the ball, the referee ruled that Cuello’s goal was invalid because of offside.
But the situation turned around minutes later when Gustavo Scarpa’s cross was deflected into his own net by Kelvin.
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Vitor Roque started on the bench and made an impact in the game.
After Palmeiras defended a long pass, the ball fell into the hands of player No. 9, who pushed the ball into the net and the score became 2-2.
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