Atlético Mineiro vs Palmeiras Prediction: 18/6/2024

Atlético Mineiro vs. Palmeiras: Serie A Clash at Arena MRV

Atlético Mineiro
Coming off a 2-1 victory over Red Bull Bragantino, Atlético Mineiro aims to continue their winning form. In their last match, they had 45% possession with 10 shots, 4 of which were on target. Matías Zaracho (42′) and Paulinho (44′) found the net for Atlético Mineiro, while Lucas Evangelista (25′) scored for Red Bull Bragantino.

Gabriel Milito’s side has netted 8 goals in their last 6 matches, averaging 1.33 goals per game. Atlético Mineiro has not lost to Palmeiras in their last 2 league meetings.

Palmeiras
Palmeiras enters this game following a 2-0 win over Vasco da Gama. They had 57% possession and 28 shots, 6 on target. Joaquín Piquerez (26′) and Rony (56′) scored for Palmeiras, with Vasco da Gama managing 9 shots, 2 on target.

Palmeiras’ defense has been solid, conceding only 4 goals in their last 6 games, while scoring 6. They have not lost in their last 6 away league matches and have remained unbeaten against Atlético Mineiro in their previous 2 away games.

Head-to-Head
Reviewing their past encounters since 11/08/2022, Atlético Mineiro has won 1 match, Palmeiras has won 2, and 3 matches have ended in draws. They have scored a total of 6 goals between them, averaging 1 goal per game.

In their last league meeting on 19/10/2023, Atlético Mineiro won 2-0 against Palmeiras. Palmeiras had 56% possession and 12 shots, 4 on target, while Atlético Mineiro had 14 shots, 3 on target, with goals from Hulk (2′) and Paulinho (76′).

Prediction
We believe Atlético Mineiro will find it challenging to break through Palmeiras’ defense. Palmeiras is likely to score at least once to secure a narrow victory.

Prediction: Atlético Mineiro 0-1 Palmeiras Our expert partners suggest betting on over 1.5 goals for this match.