Palmeiras vs Boca Juniors Prediction: The Brazilian sensation are the favorite here

The return leg of the Copa Libertadores semi-finals is set to kick off, featuring a highly anticipated clash between Boca Juniors and the Brazilian sensation Fluminense at the Allianz Prague Stadium. In their first-leg encounter, the two teams played to a goalless draw, setting the stage for what promises to be an exhilarating showdown. Boca Juniors carries the banner as the sole Argentinian representative in the competition, adding extra intrigue to the match. Both teams are currently in top form, adding to the anticipation of an exciting contest on Friday. Here are some carefully crafted tips for the upcoming match.

Palmeiras

Abel Ferreira's team faced another setback in their recent league encounter, succumbing to a 2-1 loss against Bragantino despite taking an early lead in the 16th minute. With this result, their current season record now includes one victory, two draws, and two losses from the five games they've played across all competitions.

In the Copa Libertadores, they have showcased impressive performances, securing a spot in the semi-finals by overpowering Deportivo Pereira with an impressive 4-0 aggregate scoreline. Their first-leg showdown against Boca Juniors concluded in a goalless draw, setting the stage for a challenging battle as they seek to advance to the finals.

Boca Juniors

Boca Juniors secured the top position in their Copa Libertadores group and proceeded to the semi-finals after a penalty shootout victory against Racing Club. Their first-leg showdown with Palmeiras concluded in a goalless draw, and as they travel to Brazil for the second-leg encounter, Boca Juniors will be determined to secure their spot in the finals.

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical analysis of their last 6 games across all competitions produced 2 victories for Boca Juniors, a win for Palmeiras, and 2 draws. 

Expert Betting Tips

Palmeiras is currently in excellent form and is considered the favorite to win this match. We don't expect them to lose to Boca Juniors. Betting on a win or draw for Palmeiras, with an under 2.5 goal line, is a solid choice. Palmeiras is likely to advance to the finals, and a bet on their victory at odds of 1.63 is a reasonable option. Additionally, consider the corner lines, as we anticipate a high number of corners in this match compared to the first-leg encounter. A total of over 9 corners at odds of 1.75 could be a profitable bet.