Palmeiras head coach Abel Ferreira publicly criticized the red card shown to midfielder Andreas during Wednesday's Copa Libertadores round-of-16 first leg against Cerro Porteño, according to CNN Brasil. The match ended in a 1-1 draw at home.
Ferreira also addressed goalkeeper Carlos Miguel's performance directly, suggesting the player could have done better on the goal that cost Palmeiras the win. The coach's comments came after the team conceded a late equalizer while playing with ten men, as reported by ESPN Brasil.
The sending-off occurred in a match that saw former referees disagree over the decision, with UOL reporting that ex-officials were split on whether the red card and a penalty call were correct. Brazilian outlet ge.globo.com highlighted Carlos Miguel's error and Andreas' expulsion as the key talking points from the draw.
R7 Esportes noted that Ferreira supports the goalkeeper but wants a response from him, pointing out that Carlos Miguel has now made repeated mistakes. The draw leaves the tie open ahead of the second leg in Paraguay, with Palmeiras needing a win or a scoring draw to advance.
The incident adds pressure on the squad as they prepare for the return fixture. Ferreira's public criticism signals that changes may be coming, particularly in goal, where Carlos Miguel's form has become a growing concern for the club and its supporters.
