Palmeiras stormed the Hernán Ramírez Villegas Stadium and routed (0-4) Deportivo Pereira in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals, taking a step towards the semifinals and shattering the hopes of an opponent that debuted in the tournament this year.
Palmeiras Secure Convincing Victory Over Deportivo Pereira, Nearing Semifinals
Palmeiras are undefeated in their last 8 games in the CONMEBOL Libertadores.
In a packed venue, the Brazilians secured the victory with goals from midfielder Raphael Veiga, via penalty; full-back Marcos Rocha; winger Mayke; and forward Rony, the standout player of the match.
