Classico da Saudade is not a pretty place
Santos FC Sao Paulo and Palmeiras will renew their long-running rivalry in another classic clash that has often been decided by one-goal margins. This Santos FC Sao Paulo vs Palmeiras prediction has captured the attention of fans and pundits alike. The hosts are in the thick of the Serie A Betano top-four battle, but have been frustratingly inconsistent for long enough to suggest a win is not guaranteed on Sunday. Fábio Carille’s men are typically more attack-minded than the visitors, who are methodical and pragmatic in the way they play.
Santos FC’s trademark style is to play at pace, using wide areas to create chances and break with pace. Our Santos FC Sao Paulo vs Palmeiras preview focuses on Lucas Lima as the creative and cerebral brain in midfield, while Marcos Leonardo is their top scorer and a forward with an ability to find space and finish in the box. However, their form has been mixed of late with a lack of defensive stability.
Palmeiras are a model of consistency.
Tight game awaits as Palmeiras have edge
The match, according to the latest Santos FC Sao Paulo vs Palmeiras odds, is still hard to split with Palmeiras at 2.10, Santos FC at 3.60 and the draw at 3.20. Our slight preference would be for the away team as they are better equipped to grind out a result and have the more experienced boss, but it would be foolish to ignore the possibility that this ends in a 0-0 or 1-1 draw as has happened in so many recent editions of this derby.
Under 2.5 goals appears to be the value play here as Palmeiras will come to defend and Santos FC can’t afford to be too bold. Moreover, the Santos FC Sao Paulo vs Palmeiras betting tips highlight the importance of both defenses and the cautious approach expected. The weather is set to be mild so the pace of the game should not be disrupted and the contrasting styles of the teams should lead to a cagey affair with few chances. This is reflected in our latest Santos FC Sao Paulo vs Palmeiras prediction, which anticipates few clear-cut opportunities for either side.
