The striker scored both goals in the derby victory against Santos at Allianz Parque.
Striker Vitor Roque is enjoying a great run of form with Palmeiras. Last Thursday, the 6th, the player was decisive in the derby against Santos at Allianz Parque, in the Brazilian Championship, scoring both goals in the 2-0 victory.
Vitor Roque’s excellent form was highlighted by the Spanish newspaper AS. The publication praised the striker’s performance against Santos, stating that the player is “an animal.”
“Tigrinho was a genius and a standout player in Palmeiras’ victory with two goals, which put the team ahead,” said AS.
“There’s no one like Vitor Roque in Brazilian football. A complete striker, with skill, a nose for goal, and above all, a star in decisive moments, like in the match against Santos, a golden opportunity to take the lead after Flamengo’s equalizer,” the newspaper continued.
AS claims that Palmeiras was superior to Santos throughout the match. According to the publication, Abel Ferreira’s team only missed the chance to take the lead in the first half due to the performance of goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão. The newspaper highlights Santos’ improvement in the second half, until Vitor Roque came on.
“However, there’s one man at Palmeiras who, no matter when or how, is always there: Vitor Roque,” AS stated.
“Tigrinho, with two predatory finishes, changed the game at the perfect moment. In the 67th minute, he outpaced everyone to get to the ball first after a pass from Flaco López and finished easily past a beaten Brazão. To cap off his performance, the former Barcelona player delighted the fans with a stunning chip ten minutes from time,” concluded AS.
Vitor Roque has been called up by coach Carlo Ancelotti to represent Brazil in the upcoming FIFA international friendlies against Senegal and Tunisia.
