Palmeiras leads the Brazilian championship

Palmeiras, coached by Abel Ferreira, secured a 2-0 victory against Bragantino, taking provisional lead in the Brazilian championship with 69 points. Maurício scored from a penalty just before halftime, followed by Agustin Giay's goal in the second half. Meanwhile, Vasco da Gama defeated Corinthians 3-2, with Marino Hinestroza scoring twice late in the match. Vasco is now 13th in the standings, while Corinthians sits in the relegation zone at 17th.