Part 4/7:
The Refereeing Controversies
As the match progressed, several controversial moments arose, including a questionable red card that left Corinthians with ten men, which could have been a turning point for Palmeiras. The ensuing conversations quickly shifted focus to the officiating decisions made throughout the game.
Notably, discussions about a potential invasion during a late penalty call arose, with differing opinions on whether it had a significant impact on the match's outcome. Critics pointed out that such a focus on marginal incidents detracted from analyzing how the teams performed collectively during the match.