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Controversial Calls and Player Conduct

As the debate continued, the discussion shifted to the critical moments of the match, including two red card incidents involving Marcos Rocha of Palmeiras and Luiz Henrique of Botafogo. Many agreed that the handling of these incidents was pivotal in influencing the match's outcome.

The panelists dissected whether Luiz Henrique’s action warranted an expulsion, as he visibly left his arm in a position that could harm his opponent, Rony. Opinions varied, with some suggesting that the referee's decision was lenient given the nature of the offense. Conversely, Marcos Rocha's sending off was deemed by some as an overreaction. Critics pointed out that Rocha seemed to react impulsively to provocation, leading to an unnecessary dismissal.