Football fans in Brazil and across South America will tune in as Palmeiras and Flamengo go head-to-head for glory in the Copa Libertadores final at the Estadio Monumental “U” on Saturday. Both sides met at this stage of the continental showpiece back in 2021, with Palmeiras clinching the title in a hard-fought 2-1 victory.
Following weeks of mediocre results, Palmeiras will need to be at their best on Saturday as they look to secure their fourth Copa Libertadores title.
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A 3-2 defeat against Gremio in midweek left Abel Ferreira’s men without a win in any of their last five matches (2D 3L), a run which has seen them fall five points off the top of the Brasileiro Serie A standings.
While Palmeiras have struggled back at home in recent weeks, they have enjoyed success on the continental scene this season, finishing first in Group G of the Libertadores before knocking out Universitario, River Plate and LDU Quito en route to the final.
Like Saturday’s opponent, Flamengo enjoyed a solid group-stage run in the Libertadores, finishing level on 11 points with LDU at the top of Group C, before seeing off Internacional, Estudiantes, and Racing Club to book their spot in the final.
Filipe Luis’ side are also well on course to do the double this season, as they sit top of the Serie A standings with 75 points from 36 games, five points clear of Palmeiras heading into the final two matches.
Flamengo will be backing themselves to clinch the continental crown on Saturday as they take on an opposing side who have failed to win seven of their last eight meetings, losing four and claiming three draws since July 2023.
Palmeiras vs Flamengo Head-To-Head and Key Numbers
- With 17 wins from the last 48 meetings between the sides, Flamengo boast a slight upper hand in the history of this fixture.
- Palmeiras have picked up three fewer wins in that time, while the spoils have been shared on 17 occasions.
- Flamengo are unbeaten in seven of their last eight games across all competitions, picking up four wins and three draws since late October.
- Palmeiras have lost six of their most recent seven away matches in all competitions, with a 2-0 victory over Juventude on November 2 being the exception.
- Flamengo have won just one of their last six games away from home since October 25, while losing twice and claiming three draws in that time.
Palmeiras vs Flamengo Prediction
Not only will both sides be looking to clinch the continental crown, but local bragging rights will be on the line this weekend, and this makes for an exciting watch.
Flamengo take on an out-of-sorts Palmeiras side, who have suffered a drop-off in form, and we are backing them to come away with the desired result, albeit by the odd goal.
Prediction: Palmeiras 1-2 Flamengo
Palmeiras vs Flamengo Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Flamengo to win
Tip 2: First to score – Flamengo (Luis’ men have opened the scoring in four of their last five games against Palmeiras)
Tip 3: Over 4.5 cards – Yes (There have also been at least five bookings in the last six meetings between the two sides)
Edited by Peter P
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