We’re counting down to Copa Libertadores action on Thursday when Palmeiras meet Bolívar.
Our Palmeiras v Bolívar predictions, statistics and match poll can be seen below - along with the latest match odds.
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Form Guide
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Palmeiras
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Palmeiras fans will want a repeat of their previous result, being the 0-2 Copa Libertadores success versus Cerro Porteno.
In that match, Palmeiras managed 55% possession and 9 attempts on goal with 6 of them on target. The only player on the scoresheet for Palmeiras was Vitor Roque (90'). Cerro Porteno got 17 shots at goal with 2 of them on target.
Their most recent results really do illustrate the point that there has been much resilience in the Palmeiras backline. Palmeiras have been stingy, resulting in the tally of goals that have gone past their goalkeeper during their previous 6 outings standing at 4. We will just have to see if that trend can be continued on here.
Bolívar
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After being beaten in their last game against Sporting Cristal in Copa Libertadores action, Bolívar and their travelling supporters will be hoping that they can get a better result in this one.
In that match, Bolívar had 68% possession and 15 attempts at goal with 2 on target. The only player on the scoresheet for Bolívar was Ramiro Vaca (73'). On the other side, Sporting Cristal had 7 shots on goal with 3 on target. Martín Cauteruccio (5', 48') was the scorer for Sporting Cristal.
Demonstrating their penchant for eventful encounters, we’ve had goals 20 times in the prior six matches in which Bolívar have taken to the pitch, yielding a mean average of 3.33 goals each meeting. Their opponents have managed 11 of this grand total.
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Head to head
The previous league game featuring these sides was Copa Libertadores match day 3 on 24/04/2025 which ended up with the score at Bolívar 2-3 Palmeiras.
On that occasion, Bolívar managed 76% possession and 19 attempts on goal with 6 of them on target. Their only player to score was Fábio Gomes (56', 69').
At the other end, Palmeiras had 10 attempts on goal with 6 on target. José Manuel López (19') and Maurício (73') scored.
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Team News: Palmeiras
Micael (ankle sprain) and Bruno Rodrigues (Knee injury) are unavailable for Palmeiras boss Abel Ferreira.
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Team News: Bolívar
Due to a completely injury-free squad available for selection, the Bolívar boss Flavio Robatto does not have any fitness concerns to speak of ahead of this match.
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Prediction
In this game, Bolívar will do well to find the net against a Palmeiras team who certainly have the ability to control most aspects of this game.
We reckon that it will be a very comprehensive 3-0 margin for Palmeiras at full-time.
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⚽️ What are the best odds for this match?
Checking the betting prices for this game in the win-draw-win market, a win for Palmeiras can be had for 1.22, betting on the draw is 6.25 & putting your money on the winning team to be Bolívar is 11. They are the most competitive returns offered as of now.
Peter Guest,
00:00 12/05/2025
Odds correct at time of publishing. All odds subject to change.
🏟️ Team Focus:
Palmeiras
Formed: 1914
Stadium: Allianz Parque (43,713)
Captain: Gustavo Gómez
Chairman: Leila Pereira
Manager: Abel Ferreira
Competitions: Serie A position 1, Copa do Brasil (Third Round), Copa Libertadores (Group G), FIFA Club World Cup (Group A)
⭐ Star Player: José Manuel López
Mostly taking up the Striker position, José Manuel López was born in San Lorenzo, Argentina. Having made his senior debut playing for Lanús in the 2021 season, the dangerous Forward has bagged 2 league goals in the Série A 2025 campaign so far coming from a total of 6 appearances.