The Copa Sudamericana clash between Palestino and Cuiaba promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams vie for progression in the tournament.
Here’s an in-depth look at the prediction, team form, news, and more.
Match Preview
Palestino will host Cuiaba at the Estadio Municipal Alcaldesa Ester Roa Rebolledo in the first leg of their round of 32 matchup.
After a challenging Copa Libertadores campaign, Palestino seeks redemption in the Sudamericana, while Cuiaba aims to continue their impressive run.
Team Form
Palestino
Palestino's recent form has been inconsistent. They ended their Libertadores journey with a 3-1 loss to Bolivar, marked by unfortunate own-goals from Jose Bizama and Ariel Martinez.
However, they showed resilience in the group stage, winning their final two home matches in Santiago by a combined 4-1 margin.
Despite their struggles, this is the furthest they have advanced in the Sudamericana since 2016.
Recent Form (all competitions): LLWWDL
Cuiaba
Cuiaba has been steady and reliable, remaining unbeaten in the Sudamericana group stage.
Their defensive solidity was a highlight, conceding only minimal goals and never trailing in a match.
This defensive prowess helped them secure two away victories and two clean sheets.
Domestically, Cuiaba has also shown consistency, earning points in seven of their last eight Serie A matches.
Sudamericana Form: DWDWDW
Overall Form (all competitions): DDDLDW
Team News
Palestino
Newly appointed manager Lucas Bovaglio faces selection challenges, notably with Nicolas Meza out due to a cruciate ligament tear.
Key player Felipe Chamorro, who scored three goals in the Libertadores group stage, will be crucial.
Cesar Rigamonti's clean sheet against Flamengo could inspire confidence in their defence.
Cuiaba
Cuiaba will miss right-back Matheus Alexandre, sidelined with a thigh injury.
The team will rely on the attacking contributions of Isidro Pitta, who netted four goals in the group stage, along with Fernando Sobral and Deyverson.
Prediction
Given both teams' current form and defensive focus, this match could be a closely contested affair with neither side wanting to risk an early setback. A low-scoring draw seems likely.
Our Prediction: Palestino 0-0 Cuiaba
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