Palmeiras has been at the center of several refereeing controversies, especially under the officiating of Ramon Abatti Abel. In one of the most controversial matches, the 2025 Choque-Rei, Palmeiras faced São Paulo and won 3-2, but Abatti's performance drew heavy criticism. During the match, a clear penalty in favor of São Paulo was not called, leading the CBF's refereeing committee to label the error as 'grosseiro'. As a result, Abatti was suspended for 40 days by the STJD. On another occasion, in 2024, the referee was also at the center of a controversy during the draw between Palmeiras and Fortaleza, where he awarded two questionable penalties in favor of Palmeiras. These incidents raise questions about the quality of refereeing in Brazilian football and the influence it can have on match outcomes. Palmeiras' management, along with fans, often express their concerns about the impartiality of referees. Abatti's presence in Palmeiras matches remains a sensitive topic, especially after his controversial decisions in previous games. Abatti Abel's performance will be closely monitored in future competitions as Palmeiras seeks to win more titles and overcome the challenges posed by refereeing errors.