While they have yet to emulate their city rivals Corinthians, Sao Paulo and Santos by winning the Intercontinental Cup or Club World Cup, Palmeiras also claim to be former club football world champions after their victory in the Copa Rio in 1951.

Palmeiras have been crowned Champions, Santos have been relegated for the first time in their 111-year history and Fluminense became kings of the continent with victory in the Copa Libertadores. Endrick and Palmeiras won Brazil's key domestic title this year; the Serie A.