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Pereira Jokes About Controversial Incident in Corinthians-Palmeiras Match

Palmeiras midfielder Andreas Pereira laughed off a controversial incident in the Corinthians match, claiming he was simply 'cleaning his boots'. The incident, involving a stomp on the penalty spot before Memphis Depay's kick, is under review by the TJD-SP.

After Palmeiras beat Internacional to take the top spot in the Brasileirão, midfielder Andreas Pereira made light of a controversial moment in the Corinthians clash. He joked that he was just 'cleaning his boots' after a slip that sent the ball out of play.

The incident, where Pereira stomped on the penalty spot before Memphis Depay's kick, was not recorded by referee Raphael Claus but has drawn attention from the TJD-SP, which is reviewing footage and may charge him.