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Palmeiras vs Atletico-MG Prediction, Tips & Odds

Palmeiras vs Atletico-MG

Serie ARegular Season - 20
Palmeiras
#1 · Serie A
DLWWL
1 - 2
Nubank Parque, Sao Paulo
Referee: B. Arleu
Atletico-MG
#11 · Serie A
DWDWD
★ OUR PICK
Palmeiras to Win
Solid home form and superior underlying numbers over Atletico-MG make Palmeiras the value pick here.
Moneyline
1.67
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.61 (implied 62.0%) for Palmeiras to Win. Our experts calculate a 64.5% probability (an expert ratio of 1.55). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (64.5% vs 62.0%), driven by Palmeiras's stronger form and superior underlying numbers. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Palmeiras to win against Atletico-MG, with a projected scoreline of 2-1. As the current league leaders, Palmeiras have demonstrated strong performance throughout the season, sitting at the top of the table with 41 points from 18 matches. Their record of 12 wins, 5 draws, and just 1 loss highlights their consistency. Notably, they have a solid goal difference of +17, having scored 30 goals while conceding only 13, showcasing their defensive strength alongside their attacking prowess. Atletico-MG, on the other hand, is positioned 9th in the standings with 24 points from the same number of matches. Their season has been marked by inconsistency, with 7 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses. Despite a recent uptick in form, with four wins in their last five matches, their overall goal difference of -1 reflects a struggle to maintain a balanced attack and defense throughout the season. The model indicates that Palmeiras has a significant advantage, translating to a high win probability. However, one caveat to consider is that Atletico-MG's recent form could pose a challenge, especially if they can capitalize on any defensive lapses from Palmeiras. For a deeper understanding of the prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team utilized an in-house model that evaluates expected goals and actual results to inform these insights.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Palmeiras Win57%1.61
Draw22%3.73
Atletico-MG Win21%5.73
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: No
1.7851.4%

Palmeiras have kept a clean sheet in 41% of matches. Atletico-MG average 1.4 goals per game.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.8153.0%

Palmeiras manage games at home, conceding just 0.70 goals per match. Atletico-MG score 1.36 on the road.

Correct Score
Palmeiras 1-0 Atletico-MG
5.8517.1%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 17.1% probability.

Asian Handicap
Palmeiras -1.5
2.8837%

Palmeiras have been the stronger side, winning 68% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-0
5.85
17.1%
1-1
6.77
14.8%
2-0
6.91
14.6%
2-1
7.64
13.2%
0-0
8.93
11.2%
3-0
11.33
8.9%

Our model projects a 1-0 Palmeiras win as the most likely scoreline at 17.1% probability. 4 of the top six outcomes feature Palmeiras clean sheets, in line with their 41% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Palmeiras
-0.0
1.19
Atletico-MG
+0.0
4.28
Palmeiras
-0.5
1.58
Atletico-MG
+0.5
5.15
Palmeiras
-1.5
2.88
Atletico-MG
+1.5
12.00

Lines averaged across 4 bookmakers. Palmeiras are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Palmeiras vs Atletico-MG
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.623.705.401.951.831.911.80
Marathonbet
1.603.645.801.981.801.951.74
Betfair
1.573.705.501.911.801.851.85
Pinnacle
1.633.806.272.041.85
SBO
1.633.615.032.041.82
William Hill
1.623.505.501.911.83
Bet365
1.603.706.002.001.801.951.80
1xBet
1.653.745.972.021.831.951.76
Unibet
1.563.856.101.981.811.971.74
Betano
1.673.905.802.021.831.951.80
Superbet
1.623.855.652.001.822.001.75
BetVictor
1.603.805.751.921.761.951.75

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
89.8%
Over 1.5 Goals
71.8%
Over 2.5 Goals
47%
Over 3.5 Goals
27.3%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XPalmeiras or Draw
79%1.13
12Palmeiras or Atletico-MG
78%1.25
X2Draw or Atletico-MG
43%2.27

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Palmeiras leads 6-1)
6 Palmeiras3 Draw1 Atletico-MG
28 Jan
Atletico-MG
2-2
Palmeiras
Serie A
Dec 25
Atletico-MG
0-3
Palmeiras
Serie A
Jul 25
Palmeiras
3-2
Atletico-MG
Serie A
Sept 24
Palmeiras
2-1
Atletico-MG
Serie A
Jun 24
Atletico-MG
0-4
Palmeiras
Serie A
Oct 23
Palmeiras
0-2
Atletico-MG
Serie A
Aug 23
Palmeiras
0-0
Atletico-MG
CONMEBOL Libertadores
Aug 23
Atletico-MG
0-1
Palmeiras
CONMEBOL Libertadores
May 23
Atletico-MG
1-1
Palmeiras
Serie A
Sept 22
Atletico-MG
0-1
Palmeiras
Serie A

In the last ten matches between Palmeiras and Atletico-MG, Palmeiras has won six times, there have been three draws, and Atletico-MG has secured one victory. The scorelines indicate a strong advantage for Palmeiras, with several matches featuring narrow victories, such as 2-1 and 3-2, but also some commanding wins like 4-0. The lone win for Atletico-MG came in October 2023, suggesting that they have struggled against Palmeiras historically, particularly in recent encounters, where draws have been more common than wins for Atletico-MG.

Serie A Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Palmeiras
22146238162248
DWLWW
2
Flamengo
21126339182142
WDDWW
3
Atletico Paranaense
22124630191140
WDWWW
4
Fluminense
229853126535
DDDDD
5
Cruzeiro
229673031-133
WWLWD
6
Bahia
228952925433
DDDDW
11
Atletico-MG
218582727029
DWDWL
19
Remo
2257102636-1022
DLWLW
20
Chapecoense-sc
2117132043-2310
LDLLL
20
Chapecoense B
2017121941-2210

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
PalmeirasHome
7W3D1L
11 playedGF 17 · GA 82.18 pts/game
Atletico-MGAway
4W1D7L
12 playedGF 13 · GA 141.08 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
PalmeirasAtletico-MG
1.86Goals p.g.1.36
0.7Goals conceded p.g.1.11
41%Clean sheets25%
68%Win rate42%
2.57Avg goals in match2.47
1.17xG per game1.44
0.15xGA per game0.19
59%Possession %46%
5.6Shots on target / game4.4
5.8Corners per game4.3
Palmeiras
Recent Form

Palmeiras have won 14 of their last 20 matches at home, drawing 4 and losing 2. Their recent home fixtures include drew with Internacional 0-0 and beat Fortaleza EC 3-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 25W 8D 4L from the last 37 games (68% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: PalmeirasAll competitions
09 Aug
Palmeiras
0-0
Internacional
Serie A
06 Aug
Fortaleza EC
3-2
Palmeiras
Copa Do Brasil
02 Aug
Palmeiras
3-0
Fortaleza EC
Copa Do Brasil
30 Jul
Vitoria
0-4
Palmeiras
Serie A
26 Jul
Palmeiras
1-2
Atletico-MG
Serie A
22 Jul
Coritiba
1-3
Palmeiras
Serie A
25
Win
68%
8
Draw
22%
4
Lost
11%
Atletico-MG
Recent Form

Atletico-MG have won 7 of their last 21 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 11. Their recent away fixtures include drew with Atletico-MG 2-2 and beat Juventude 0-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 15W 9D 12L from the last 36 games (42% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Atletico-MGAll competitions
08 Aug
Remo
2-2
Atletico-MG
Serie A
04 Aug
Juventude
0-1
Atletico-MG
Copa Do Brasil
01 Aug
Atletico-MG
0-0
Juventude
Copa Do Brasil
26 Jul
Palmeiras
1-2
Atletico-MG
Serie A
21 Jul
Atletico-MG
1-1
Bahia
Serie A
31 May
Vasco DA Gama
0-1
Atletico-MG
Serie A
15
Win
42%
9
Draw
25%
12
Lost
33%

Lineups

Confirmed

Palmeiras4-3-2-1Confirmed

15Gustavo GómezDEF
4Agustín GiayDEF
26MuriloDEF
22Joaquín PiquerezDEF
10PaulinhoFWD
1Carlos MiguelGK
17Marlon FreitasMID
32Emiliano MartínezMID
8Andreas PereiraMID
18MauricioMID
11Jhon AriasMID
56Arthur GabrielDEF
43Luis BenedettiDEF
39HeittorFWD
9Vitor RoqueFWD
37Riquelme FillipiFWD
21KaiqueGK
14Marcelo LombaGK
48LarsonMID
45Erick BeléMID
30Lucas EvangelistaMID
7Felipe AndersonMID

Atletico-MG4-2-3-1Confirmed

2NatanaelDEF
16Renan LodiDEF
13LyancoDEF
4RuanDEF
9Mateo CassierraFWD
22EversonGK
25Tomás PérezMID
8MayconMID
23Ángelo PreciadoMID
30Victor HugoMID
11BernardMID
3Iván RománDEF
36Kauã PasciniDEF
14Vitor HugoDEF
29Cauã Campos SoaresFWD
27Alan MindaFWD
92DuduFWD
1Gabriel DelfimGK
19ReinierMID
48João Pedro Porto Lucrécio "Gutte"MID
5AlexsanderMID
17Igor GomesMID
39Mamady CisséMID

Unavailable Players

16 players

Palmeiras8

A. Barboza
Missing FixtureYellow Cards
A. Giay
QuestionableInactive
Allan Elias
Missing FixtureRed Card
J. Lopez
Missing FixtureInactive
Jefte
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
Khellven
Missing FixtureYellow Cards
R. Sosa
Missing FixtureYellow Cards
Vitor Roque
Missing FixtureAnkle Injury

Atletico-MG8

A. Franco
Missing FixturePersonal Reasons
A. Minda
QuestionableInactive
A. Preciado
QuestionableInactive
Cuello
Missing FixtureHamstring Injury
Gustavo Scarpa
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
Indio
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
L. Duarte
Missing FixtureHamstring Injury
Patrick Silva
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Palmeiras Win1.61 (56.6%)
Value Bets
Over 2.5 Goals1.99 (47%)
Under 2.5 Goals1.81 (53%)
Both Teams Score1.94 (48.6%)
BTTS No1.78 (51.4%)
Speculative
Draw3.73 (22%)
Atletico-MG Win5.73 (21.3%)

Yellow Card Prediction

B. Arleu has averaged 3.0 yellow cards per match across 1 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Palmeiras have averaged 5.8 corners per match at home; Atletico-MG 4.3 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.0 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Palmeiras have generated 1.17 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 68% of them. They put 5.6 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Palmeiras player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Palmeiras to Win

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.