Palmeiras edged out Flamengo in a win on Saturday, 0-3, on to matchday 17 of the Brazil Serie A. Coming into the contest, Leonardo Jardim's team came from a draw, and Abel Ferreira's team came from three draws.
After 21 minutes, Flamengo saw Jorge Carrascal get a straight red card The first goal was scored by Flaco López after 38 minutes, with a left-foot shot inside the penalty box.
With 57 minutes on the clock, Allan Elias fired home Palmeiras second goal. Paulinho netted the last goal in time added on with a left-foot shot inside the penalty area.
After the result Palmeiras are 1st in the table, with 38 points, while Flamengo sit 2nd place, with 31 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Abel Ferreira's team will play at home against Chapecoense, while Leonardo Jardim's team will play at home against Coritiba.
