Our Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal Prediction: 2-0
Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal in the Copa Libertadores is scheduled for an 01:30 GMT kick-off on Thursday May 29, 2025. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 2-0 for the match between Palmeiras and Sporting Cristal.
This Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Palmeiras's Last Match – Palmeiras vs Flamengo
Palmeiras will be looking to bounce back after a 0-2 Brazil Serie A defeat against Flamengo on May 25. In that match, Palmeiras controlled 50% of possession and managed 5 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Palmeiras | 50% | 5 (3) | 1.26 | 50 |
 Flamengo | 50% | 4 (3) | 1.66 | 30 |
Sporting Cristal's Last Match – Universitario de Deportes vs Sporting Cristal
Sporting Cristal will hope to recover from their recent 0-2 Peru Liga 1 setback against Universitario de Deportes on May 23. In that match, Sporting Cristal recorded 51% possession, firing 6 shots at goal, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Universitario de Deportes | 49% | 13 (3) | 2.62 | 75 |
 Sporting Cristal | 51% | 6 (5) | 0.43 | 23 |
Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal Stats
Key Stats
| Palmeiras | Sporting Cristal | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.98 | Attacking Strength | 0.92 |
| 0.51 | Defence Strength | 1.25 |
| 2.4 | Points Per Game | 1.6 |
| 8/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 0/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 2/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Palmeiras are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, while Sporting Cristal average 1.4 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
Palmeiras 15-6
Sporting Cristal 14-14
What are the odds for this match?
Palmeiras to win: @1.222
Draw: @6.5
Sporting Cristal to win: @13
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.8
Lineups
Palmeiras (4-2-3-1) : Marcelo Lomba, Marcos Rocha, Bruno Fuchs, Micael, Vanderlan, Richard Rios, Anibal Moreno, Estevao, Raphael Veiga, Mauricio, Flaco Lopez
Sporting Cristal (4-3-3) : Diego Enriquez, Axel Cabellos, Franco Romero, Flavio Alcedo, Gianfranco Chavez, Jesus Pretell, Fernando Pacheco, Christopher Gonzales, Martin Tavara, Catriel Cabellos, Irven Avila
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