Match Analysis: Palmeiras vs Flamengo – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-25
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Home stadium of Palmeiras
Game Overview
This Brazil Campeonato match between Palmeiras and Flamengo pits two historically competitive teams with close head-to-head records. Palmeiras holds a slight edge in recent home form and defensive solidity, while Flamengo shows stronger recent results overall with more wins in their last five matches. The match is expected to be tightly contested with moderate goal scoring potential.
Key Factors to Consider
- Palmeiras has won 2 of their last 5 matches with 1.6 goals per match and an excellent defensive record conceding just 0.2 goals per match. Flamengo has won 3 of their last 5 with a slightly lower scoring rate of 1.0 goals per match but conceding 0.6 goals per match, indicating a more open style.
- Historically, Palmeiras and Flamengo have played 45 matches with Palmeiras winning 15, Flamengo 14, and 16 draws, showing a very competitive rivalry. The goal averages per match hover around 2.7 to 3.0 goals, reflecting generally open encounters. Palmeiras has a strong Asian Handicap win rate of 80% recently, whereas Flamengo's is 20%.
- No explicit injury information is available, suggesting both teams will likely field strong lineups given the match importance.
- The match being played at Palmeiras’ home ground gives them a moderate advantage due to familiarity and support. Weather and pitch conditions are assumed neutral for both teams.
- Both clubs are among the top contenders in the Campeonato with intense rivalry, fueling strong motivation to win. Flamengo’s recent unbeaten run and Palmeiras’ home form add competitive impetus.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Palmeiras: 135, Flamengo: 230, Draw: 210 | Palmeiras win | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Spread | Palmeiras -0.25: -102, Flamengo +25: -118 | Palmeiras -0.25 | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 2: 105, Under 2: -125 | Under 2 goals | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Palmeiras 36% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2 8% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Palmeiras at 36% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 26.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Palmeiras is favored to win narrowly at home given their defensive strength, recent form, and home advantage. A close contest with limited goals is likely.
Predicted Score: Palmeiras 1 – 0 Flamengo