Palestino vs Flamengo Prediction: This game is decisive for both teams

Surprisingly, Flamengo is struggling in the Copa Libertadores, when everyone pointed to the Brazilians as the favorites to win the Group E. Bolívar leads the way with nine points from three games and has qualification well in hand. Palestino, on three points, and Flamengo, on four, will battle it out for the group's second place in the Chilean city of Coquimbo in a decisive match for both teams.

Palestino

The Arabs' stadium doesn't have the conditions required to host Copa Libertadores matches, so the game will be held in Coquimbo, just as it was for the match against Millonarios. Palestino is a Santiago-based club but has been unable to find a stadium in the Chilean capital. Even so, there's a lot of excitement surrounding this match, which could take the Chilean team to second place in the group if they win. At the Maracanã, the Arabs lost 2-0 to Flamengo but never gave up the fight. Palestino will give everything against Tite's team.

Flamengo

The Scarlet-Black is still without winning, and the pressure is increasing. The draw at Bragantino wasn't even a bad result, but the problem is that the Cariocas hadn't won in four games, which means their winless streak has increased to five. A defeat in Chile could have consequences for Tite and his players, as the mood surrounding the team is getting heavy, so this game is being taken very seriously. The Brazilians need to win, not just to get closer to qualification but especially to take the pressure off themselves.

Expert Betting Tips

Flamengo has to win. There are no excuses. The Cariocas have more talent and haven't won in five games, which should make the players react. What's more, the Chileans can't even use their stadium. A draw could theoretically be a good result, as it would keep Flamengo in second place, but the club is too big to settle for a draw with Palestino. I'm backing the Brazilians to win with a maximum of four goals scored in the game.