Atletico Mineiro and Palmeiras are set to clash in an eagerly anticipated match at the Arena MRV.
Both teams are looking to boost their standings in the early stages of the Brasileiro season. Here’s a detailed look into the match prediction, team news, form, and more.
Team Form and Standings
Mineiro
Atletico Mineiro is currently ninth in the table with 13 points from seven matches.
They remain unbeaten this season with four draws and three wins, including a recent victory against Red Bull Bragantino.
Their defensive prowess at home is notable, having conceded just five goals in their last eight home fixtures, while scoring 17.
Palmeiras
Palmeiras, on the other hand, sits in seventh place with 14 points from eight matches.
Despite a slow start, they have won their last two league games, both away from home.
However, their offensive output has been underwhelming this season, with only seven goals in eight games, making them the joint-seventh worst offensive team in the league.
Head-to-Head
In recent encounters, Palmeiras has had a slight edge over Atletico Mineiro. The reigning champions will look to leverage their experience and tactical acumen to secure another victory, despite their inconsistent start.
Team News
Atletico Mineiro
Atletico will miss several key players due to suspensions and injuries:
Rodrigo Battaglia is suspended following a red card in the last match. Mauricio Lemos and Everson are also suspended due to yellow card accumulations.
Federico Zaracho, Rubens, and Otavio are out with injuries. Hulk, Paulo Monteiro, and Mariano are doubtful for the game.
Palmeiras
Palmeiras will also have to adjust their lineup due to absentees:
Bruno Rodrigues is sidelined until July following knee surgery. Eduardo Vargas, Guilherme Arana, and Alan Franco are on international duty.
Endrick and Richard Rios are unavailable due to their Copa America commitments.
Predicted Lineups
Atletico Mineiro
Mendes; Saravia, Fuchs, Rabello; Allison, Gomes, Conceicao, Vitor, Scarpa; Paulinho, Cadu
Palmeiras
Weverton; Rocha, Naves, Murilo, Piquerez; Rafael, Moreno; Estevao, Veiga, Lazaro; Rony
Prediction
Given the absentees in the Atletico Mineiro squad and Palmeiras' recent upturn in form, the reigning champions have a slight advantage.
Despite their struggles in the final third, Palmeiras' overall experience and tactical setup might see them edge this encounter.
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