Palmeiras defeated Internacional 3–1 at the Estádio Beira-Rio on February 12, 2026, to move to the top of the Brasileirão Série A standings. Despite trailing in possession, the visitors were clinical, scoring twice in the second half to break a 1–1 halftime deadlock.
Match Summary
The encounter began as an even contest in Porto Alegre before Palmeiras’ efficiency took over.
- First Half: Gustavo Gómez opened the scoring for Palmeiras in the 23rd minute. Internacional responded before the break when Ronaldo equalized in the 36th minute, bringing the match level at halftime.
- Second Half: Palmeiras regained the lead early in the second period through Vitor Roque in the 52nd minute. As Internacional pushed for another equalizer, Andreas Pereira sealed the victory with a third goal in the 82nd minute.
- Late Pressure: Internacional attempted a late comeback, with Rafael Borré seeing a close-range shot saved in the 98th minute, but the hosts were unable to breach the defense again.Â
Game Statistics
| Statistic | Internacional | Palmeiras |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 1 | 3 |
| Possession | 62.5% | 37.5% |
| Shots (on Target) | 26 (4) | 11 (7) |
| Corner Kicks | 16 | 4 |
| Status | 17th Place | 1st Place |
Key Performers
- Gustavo Gómez (Palmeiras): Notched the opening goal and led a defense that withstood 26 shot attempts from the hosts.
- Andreas Pereira (Palmeiras):Â Provided the decisive cushion late in the game to secure all three points.
- Vitor Roque (Palmeiras):Â Scored the match-winning goal shortly after the restart.
- Ronaldo (Internacional):Â Provided the lone highlight for the hosts with a first-half equalizer.Â
Betting Review
In a highly efficient display, Palmeiras defeated Internacional 3–1 on February 12, 2026, defying pre-match expectations of a tighter contest. Palmeiras closed as the betting favorites at odds of approximately +130 to +140, while the high-scoring nature of the match easily cleared the Over 2.5 goals line.
Betting Market Results
| Market | Closing Odds (Approx.) | Result | Payout (on $100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline (Palmeiras) | +138 | Won | $238.00 |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | -105 (Over) | Won (4 goals) | $195.24 |
| Both Teams to Score | -120 (Yes) | Won | $183.33 |
| Correct Score (1–3) | +1800 | Won | $1,900.00 |
Key Betting Insights
- Favorite Prevails: Palmeiras entered the match as slight road favorites with a predicted win probability of roughly 43.5%. Their 3–1 victory moved them to the top of the Brasileirão standings.
- Total Goals Surpass Expectations: While models placed a 51% probability on the Under 2.5 line, the match saw four goals, rewarding “Over” bettors. The scoring opened in the 23rd minute, and despite a 1–1 halftime score, two second-half goals by Palmeiras clinched the result.
- Statistical Discrepancy: Despite the 1–3 scoreline, Internacional dominated the statistical sheet with 62.5% possession and a massive 26 shot attempts (compared to Palmeiras’ 11). For bettors, this highlighted Palmeiras’ superior finishing efficiency over Internacional’s volume-based approach.
- Prop Bets: Vitor Roque, who was a featured player for goalscorer props, delivered by scoring the match-winning goal in the 52nd minute.Â
Match Statistics (Regulation)
| Statistic | Internacional | Palmeiras (Winner) |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 1 | 3 |
| Shots (on Target) | 26 (4) | 11 (7) |
| Possession | 62.5% | 37.5% |
| Corner Kicks | 16 | 4 |
Bottom Line: Palmeiras proved to be the more clinical side, rewarding Moneyline and Over 2.5 bettors. Internacional’s failure to convert 16 corner kicks and 26 shots into more than one goal was the primary driver of the upset for those who backed the home side’s resilience