Supporters
Originally, Palmeiras was a club heavily supported by Brazilians of Italian descent. Over time, that distinction has reduced, and today the fan base is very diverse.
Palmeiras largest ultras groups are Mancha Alvi-Verde (in English: White and Green Stain – a green version of "Phantom Blot", the enemy of Mickey Mouse in a cartoon), TUP (which is the oldest ultra group), Acadêmicos da Savóia, Porks and others.
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