São Paulo vs Palmeiras Match Analysis and Prediction

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Copa Libertadores reigning champions Palmeiras is set to travel to Morumbí Stadium for the first leg of their quarter-final clash against São Paulo. This is definitely one of the most exciting Serie A fixtures and is scheduled for kickoff 03:30 of 11^th August 2021.

São Paulo will look to maintain their winning streak as they come from 1-2 Serie A triumph against Atletico PR, a match where they had 49% possession, 11 shots with four on target and goals from Pablo (14′, 33′). Their Opponents Atletico PR had 51% possession, 15 shots with five on target and a goal from Renato Kayzer (28′).

Palmeiras will be look for to overturn tables following a 2-3 Serie A loss to Fortaleza in a match where they had; 62% possession, 20 shots with on two on targets and goals from Christian Chages Torouco 12’(OG) and Willian (34′). On the other hand Forteleza had 32% possession, 15 shots with six on target and goals from Titi (12′ Own goal), Marcelo Benevenuto (18′), Robson (25′) and Igor Torres (95′).

In the previous five duels between these two teams Palmeiras have not been able to win, their last match ended in a goalless draw. However, Palmeiras are currently in great form compared to Sao Paulo; therefore, we should expect a draw unless one side shows a weakness.