Palmeiras vs Fortaleza predictions as the hosts will try to bounce back after a disappointing run with a result on Saturday. Can Fortaleza secure a result on the road or will Palmeiras find the win? Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
Match Live Saturday, 22nd July at 8:00 pm In:
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Palmeiras vs Fortaleza Predictions
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Brasileiro Serie A: A Pivotal Clash as Palmeiras Aim to End Winless Run against Fortaleza
Key Stats
– Over 50% of Palmeiras’ conceded goals in Serie A this year have taken place at Allianz Parque.
– Fortaleza have allowed the third-fewest goals in Serie A this season, showcasing their improved defensive resilience.
Despite a run of five winless games across all competitions, Palmeiras looks poised to break this unpleasant streak as they host Fortaleza on the 16th matchday of the Brasileiro Serie A campaign this Saturday. Last season’s defending league champions experienced a frustrating stalemate against Internacional last weekend, resulting in a 0-0 draw, while their upcoming opponents, Leao do Pici, suffered a 1-0 defeat at Cuiaba, leaving them two points adrift of Palmeiras in the league standings.
A Shaky Start for Palmeiras
Abel Ferreira’s Palmeiras, the reigning Serie A champions, have faced a rocky road in the 2023 campaign, currently holding the sixth position in the table. To their disappointment, they have forfeited points in nine of their first 15 league fixtures, marking this season as their worst start under Ferreira’s leadership. This is underlined by their total of 25 points domestically thus far, a significant drop compared to their triumphant campaign the previous year.
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Moreover, Palmeiras have shown some defensive vulnerabilities, having already conceded nearly half as many goals (13) in this season’s competition as they did after a full roster of 38 league games the previous year (27).
Home Woes and a Need for Redemption
In recent outings, Palmeiras have struggled to capitalise on their home advantage. Despite taking the lead at halftime in three matches this month, they haven’t registered a victory, extending their winless streak to five successive domestic games, the longest since 2021.
Their home form has been particularly worrying. Last year, Palmeiras never dropped points in back-to-back league fixtures at home. This year, however, they have not managed to win in their last two home games in the Serie A, with more than half of their goals conceded occurring at Allianz Parque (seven). Nevertheless, their record against Fortaleza at home remains impressive, outscoring them 7-0 in their last two fixtures, providing some level of optimism.
Fortaleza’s Robust Rebuttal
Fortaleza, under Juan Pablo Vojvoda, has demonstrated an upward trajectory, with 23 points on the board – a notable improvement from their tally of 10 at the same stage last year. Unlike the previous season where they had to wait until the ninth matchday for their first win, this year they claimed victory as early as the second matchday. A robust defence has been instrumental in their improved performance, conceding the third-fewest goals in the Serie A so far this year (12).
Predictions
Drawing on the data available, here are our three predictions:
- Prediction One: Both Teams to Score Given the recent form of both teams, a prediction from the both teams to score market seems reasonable. Although Palmeiras have struggled defensively, they’ve also shown a decent scoring record. On the other hand, Fortaleza’s robust defence might be tested by Palmeiras’ offensive abilities, especially given the host’s need for redemption.
- Prediction Two: Correct Score of 2-1 in Favour of Palmeiras Considering the historical performances and recent form of both teams, a 2-1 victory in favour of Palmeiras seems plausible. Palmeiras have demonstrated their capability to score at home, and despite their recent dip, they would be eager to end their winless run.
- Prediction Three: Gabriel Menino to Score Given Gabriel Menino’s position as a regular in the Palmeiras starting lineup and his contribution of two assists and one goal this season, it is predicted that he might find the net in this match.
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