Match Analysis: Palmeiras vs Ceará – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-10
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Allianz Parque, São Paulo, Brazil
Game Overview
The Brasileirão Serie A match between Palmeiras and Ceará features two teams with a significant historical edge favoring Palmeiras, who have dominated their head-to-head encounters and currently hold a higher league standing.
Key Factors to Consider
- Palmeiras currently rank 3rd in the league, with recent results showing a mix of wins and draws including a 2-2 draw with Vitoria and a 1-2 win versus Fluminense. They have scored 5 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 1.4 goals per match, and have a strong offensive presence with Vitor Roque leading shots on target (1.2 per match). Ceará, holding 11th position, have scored 3 goals in their last 5 matches and have not kept a clean sheet in 5 games, with Pedro Raul as their key offensive threat.
- Historically, Palmeiras have won 11 out of the last 20 meetings against Ceará, who have won 4 with 5 draws. Palmeiras have a better goal scoring (32 goals) and conceding record versus Ceará (21 goals), with a points per game (PPG) ratio of 1.6 compared to 1.1 for Ceará. Palmeiras have also won the previous 3 encounters, especially strong in home games at Allianz Parque.
- No specific current injury or suspension data was provided in search results, thus injury impact cannot be precisely determined for this fixture.
- The match being held at Palmeiras' home ground Allianz Parque provides them with a home advantage, boosted by their stronger current league form and fan support.
- Palmeiras, sitting high in the league table and seeking to consolidate their position, have high motivation to maintain momentum. Ceará, in mid-table, are likely motivated to improve their lower ranking but face a tough challenge away against a confident opponent.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Ceará: 600, Palmeiras: -205, Draw: 320 | Palmeiras win | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Spread | Ceará: 1 -105, Palmeiras: -1 -115 | Palmeiras -1 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over: 2.25 -105, Under: 2.25 -115 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Palmeiras -8% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 12% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.25 at 12% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 14% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Palmeiras are predicted to win given their historical dominance, current form, home advantage, and stronger squad performance indicators.
Predicted Score: Palmeiras 2 – 0 Ceará