The away draw against Vitoria – and the home defeat against Corinthians in the Cup – have marred Palmeiras’ week, which had hoped to close in on the top but instead finds itself far behind the two teams leading the league. There is still time to get back on track, but now they need to find a win, which they have not had since July 27 against Gremio. Since then, they have had two defeats and a draw.
There may also have been a psychological backlash from the departure of Rios, a key player in the Brazilians’ tactical setup, who has moved to Benfica. As we know, when such an important player is taken away, the whole team suffers. Not immediately, but in the long run, and this is exactly what has happened within the Brazilian team.
However, against Ceara, despite what we have told you, there should not be any problems. The difference on the pitch remains evident, and the hosts should be able to get back on track without any particular problems. This will also be the hosts’ fourth consecutive victory against a Ceara side that is not to be feared.
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The prediction
Only victory will do. Palmeiras will take the three points and resume their race for the top of the table. Yes, it’s complicated, but it’s still feasible given that there are games in hand. A sure bet.
Probable line-ups for Palmeiras-Ceara
PALMEIRAS (4-3-3): Weverton; Giay, Gomez, Micael, Piquerez; Moreno, Mauricio, Evangelista; Torres, Vitor Roque, Sosa.
CEARA (4-2-3-1): Bruno Ferreira; Fabiano, Marllon, William, Matheus Bahia; Sobral, Laurenco; Galeano, Mugni, Henrique; Pedro Raul.
POSSIBLE RESULT: 2-0