Match Analysis: Palmeiras-SP vs Club Bolívar – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-15
- Time: 10:00 PM UTC
- Location: Allianz Parque, São Paulo, Brazil
Game Overview
This Copa Libertadores Group Stage match features Palmeiras-SP hosting Club Bolívar at Allianz Parque. Palmeiras have demonstrated strong form in recent Libertadores fixtures with narrow away wins against Bolívar and Cerro Porteño. Bolívar, traditionally strong at home, face a challenging task away in São Paulo where Palmeiras have home advantage and a superior squad depth.
Key Factors to Consider
- Palmeiras have won their last three Libertadores matches, including a 3-2 away victory at Bolívar and a 2-0 win away at Cerro Porteño. Their offensive and defensive performance is solid, scoring multiple goals per match while maintaining clean sheets away. Bolívar have struggled away but remain dangerous at home due to altitude factors. Overall, Palmeiras are in better form and consistency.
- The recent meeting on April 24, 2025, saw Palmeiras edge Bolívar 3-2 in La Paz, indicating a competitive matchup with Palmeiras holding a slight upper hand. Historically, Palmeiras dominate the head-to-head results with better squad and tactical discipline.
- No significant injury reports for Palmeiras or Bolívar prior to the match, suggesting both teams will field near full-strength lineups.
- Playing at Allianz Parque provides Palmeiras with home support and favorable conditions. Altitude advantage that Bolívar enjoys at home is neutralized here. Travel and climate conditions favor Palmeiras.
- Palmeiras aim to consolidate top spot in the group and build confidence in front of home fans. Bolívar seek to recover points lost away and keep qualification hopes alive, adding competitive motivation.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Palmeiras-SP: -420, Club Bolívar: 1000, Draw: 500 | Palmeiras-SP win | ★★★★☆ 85% |
| Spread | Palmeiras-SP: -1.75 (-120), Club Bolívar: +1.75 (-110) | Palmeiras -1.75 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 3.25: -105, Under 3.25: -125 | Over 3.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Palmeiras-SP -11% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 3.25 7% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 3.25 at 7% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 7.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Palmeiras are favored to win comfortably due to stronger form, home advantage, and recent head-to-head success. A Palmeiras victory is most probable with a moderate chance of a draw and low chance for Bolívar win.
Predicted Score: Palmeiras-SP 3 – 1 Club Bolívar