"On a sweltering summer night at the Mineirao in Belo Horizonte, the date of December 6, 2023, became etched into Palmeiras' history. The Verdao sealed back-to-back Brazilian league titles in the most dramatic fashion you could ever imagine, clawing back a seemingly insurmountable 14-point deficit to overhaul Botafogo in a title race that will live long in the memory. It was a night of triumph, of legacy, and perhaps, of prophecy."
"But that night wasn't just about silverware. It was the coming of age of Endrick. Still just 17, the Real Madrid-bound phenom delivered 11 goals in 31 appearances, including the hugely important opener of the 1-1 draw at Cruzeiro on that evening in Belo Horizonte to seal the crown. The spotlight, rightly, belonged to him. But while Endrick basked in the glow of destiny fulfilled, a new wonderkid quietly stepped onto the stage."
"In the 78th minute, Estevao a name whispered among Brazilian scouts since he was 10 made his professional debut at 16 years and eight months of age, becoming the fourth youngest player to turn out for Palmeiras in their 111-year history. The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. Six months later, the left-footed right winger was sold to Chelsea in a deal that could become the most expensive transfer ever completed by a Brazilian club:"
Palmeiras clinched the Brazilian league title on December 6, 2023, at the Mineirao in Belo Horizonte, overturning a 14-point gap to Botafogo to secure back-to-back crowns. The victory extended Palmeiras' national tally to 12 titles, four more than nearest rivals Santos. Seventeen-year-old Endrick scored 11 goals in 31 appearances and opened the scoring in the decisive 1-1 draw at Cruzeiro that sealed the championship. Sixteen-year-old Estevao debuted late in that match and became the club's fourth youngest player. Six months later Estevao was sold to Chelsea for an initial €38m, potentially rising with add-ons.
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