Sao Paulo will play Palmeiras a Choque-Rei matchup. This rivalry between two teams located in Sao Paulo, Brazil is as intense as they come. Interestingly enough, the current overall record between both sides is tied. Despite the number of games played between them, the record is even at 116 wins each and 112 draws.
However, today this will be focused on the present, and not on past club performances. Palmeiras are the current champions, having just closed out an impressive top-finish. Meanwhile, Sao Paulo is playing in this game, having won the Brazil Cup. Additionally, both clubs will be looking to add more silverware for themselves and their fanbases.
The last time these sides squared off, Palmeiras convincingly won 5-0. However, the previous two games saw Sao Paulo etch out one-goal victories in both affairs.
Sao Paulo vs Palmeiras Odds And Details
| Team | Money Line | Total | Draw | Draw No Bet |
| Sao Paulo | +220 | O2.5 +125 |
+210 | +120 |
| Palmeiras | +130 | U2.5 +161 |
-161 | |
| **Odds Courtesy of Sofascore** | ||||
Fixture: Sao Paulo vs Palmeiras
Date And Time: February 4, 2024 @ 2:00 p.m. EST
Location: Estadio Mineirao in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Weather: Showers, 84° F
Key Stats
Sao Paulo
Goals Scored: 40
Goals Conceded: 38
Shots On Goal: 163
Saves: 97
Clean Sheets: 15
Sao Paulo finished 11th in league play and will be hoping to perform well away from home. Despite playing well in front of their home fans, they went 1-8-10 away from their stadium. This will be a test to see if they can reverse that trend, as it will certainly be something they hope to improve next year.
However, Luciano remains a good option up top, as well as Juan Santos. Considering how Palmeiras have been sloppy at times, these two should have plenty of chances to score. Even if the weather leads to a sloppy game, there will be plenty of opportunities for scrappy goals, and potentially tap-ins. Also, while their offense has always scored, their defense has done well throughout the year. They will simply not want to surrender a win to their hated Sao Paulo rivals!
Palmeiras
Goals Scored: 64
Goals Conceded: 33
Shots On Goal: 207
Saves: 111
Clean Sheets: 16
The champs are exactly that for a reason! Not only did they score the most, but they also conceded the least amount. However, away from home, they were understandably not as strong. But for a team of their quality, they shockingly have a losing record of 6-8-5.
However, their top goal-scorer is Endrick Felipe Moreira de Sousa, and remains a looming threat! But he is not their most important player. That remains to be their midfielder, Raphael Veiga. Despite coming from a deeper role, he still had 9 goals to his name while contributing 8 assists. His ability to control the center of the park is what allows Palmeiras to control games, and is the biggest threat for Sao Paulo.
Game Prediction
Even though the last game was a blowout, with the weather, and because Sao Paulo has been playing better since then, this game will be closer. The weather should help slow down the scoring power of Palmeiras, but sloppy goals, especially after poor giveaways are also likely. This is why the value and smarter play is to go with Sao Paulo. Additionally, while I’m not expecting another one-sided five-goal affair, over 2.5 goals seems too good to pass up!
Final Pick
Over 2.5 and Sao Paulo Moneyline
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