Emelec vs Palmeiras Prediction & Betting Tips - Copa Libertadores

Prediction published on 25/04/2022, 22:29  by Indran in Copa Libertadores Prediction

Emelec host Palmeiras at the Estadio George Capwell in this third round group match in the Copa Libertadores. Both these team are the only unbeaten teams in the group but Palmeiras have six points from their two games while Emelec have two points from two draws. The home team are in second position and will be looking for their first win in the competition as they are just one point ahead of the third and fourth placed teams. Emelec are in third position in the Ecuador Liga Pro and had an excellent 1-0 in their last league match despite having a player sent off. They are unbeaten in their last seven matches across all competitions with four draws and three wins. Emelec have a very impressive home record losing just once in their last seventeen home matches.

Palmeiras will be looking to continue with their perfect record and make it three in a row. If they win this match they will extend their lead over Emelec to a massive seven points and will almost certainly see them qualify from the group. Palmeiras are currently in eighth position in the Brazil Serie A but it is still early days in the league as they are just two points behind the leaders. They had a superb 3-0 win in their last match in the league against Corinthians. Palmeiras have only lost once in their last seven matches while away from home they have only lost once in their last nine matches.