Last Sunday, Palmeiras took a big step to confirm its presence in the fight for this year's Brasileirão title. The 5-0 defeat to Goiás was yet another example that they are the most consistent team in the country, which automatically places them among the big favorites in a championship with points running. Although the opponent was not among the first placed, the victory came in a round where the rivals for the cup were defeated. Others fell behind in the rankings.Analysis: Palmeiras confirms classification and leads against big favorites from Brazil
Last Sunday, Palmeiras took a big step to confirm its presence in the fight for this year's Brasileirão title. The 5-0 defeat to Goiás was yet another example that they are the most consistent team in the country, which automatically places them among the big favorites in a championship with points running. Although the opponent was not among the first placed, the victory came in a round where the rivals for the cup were defeated. Others fell behind in the rankings.