Palmeiras vs CS Deportivo Pereira Prediction & Betting Tips - Copa Libertadores

Prediction published on 29/08/2023, 12:39  by Joseph King | Modified on 29/08/2023 at 12:39 in Copa Libertadores Predictions

The Copa Libertadores quarter-final enters the return leg with 2020 and 2021 champions Palmeiras facing off against Deportivo Pereira. The winner of this fixture goes on to face either Boca Juniors or Racing Club in the semi-final. Palmeiras have one foot in the semi-final for the fourth consecutive season following a dominant 4-0 performance in the first leg. The Brazilian giants are looking to reclaim the title off of Flamengo, who denied Verdão what would have been a historic third consecutive Copa Libertadores crown. The two clubs have dominated this competition over the past four years, each lifting the famous trophy on two occasions. Overall, Palmeiras are three time winners of this competition and are the undeniable favorites to win their fourth. The hosts enter this matchup in a fine run of form with four consecutive wins. Their most recent outing resulted in a 1-0 home win over Vasco in the Brasileirão.

It was a disastrous result for Deportivo Pereira who are all but eliminated from South America’s most prestigious club competition. Pereira did well to reach this stage, outlasting all other Colombian sides in the competition. However, they were put to the sword by Palmeiras in front of their own fans, essentially ending the tie. The 2022 Colombian Clausura champions have not taken to the field since that heavy defeat as their weekend fixture against Aguilas Doradas was postponed. The loss also snapped a two match winning streak for the Matecañas although they have largely experienced mixed form over the last two months. Pereira have managed only four wins over their last 13 matches, spanning all competitions. The visitors have been strong away from home in their domestic league but have struggled on their travels in the Libertadores. Pereira are heavy underdogs in this matchup and anything other than a home victory would be a surprise.