Palmeiras vs Cerro Porteño: prediction & betting odds 21 May 2026

Betting Tip

Before we discuss the scenario of the upcoming match, we would like to remind you that the last time Palmeiras lost, just for the record, was on 13 March. This is all thanks to the excellent balance between attack and defence that has been achieved through the use of double flanks.

A special role in this is played by the experienced Felipe Anderson. The winger has collected 3 (1+2) goal involvements in his last two matches, and it is precisely through his overlapping runs and moves inside that Palmeiras break down opposing defences. Moreover, the Brazilians very rarely resort to high crosses. A clear example is the meeting with solid Cruzeiro: with 110 passes into the final third there were only 13 crosses.

The Paraguayan side are falling apart before our eyes. Over 10 matches it has managed just two wins, and the reason is a dreadful attacking display. Cerro Porteno have not scored more than one goal in any game over this spell, even though they have often had over 60% of the ball. The problem is that the players simply do not understand how to work the ball into the penalty area: 17.4 touches in five matches, including only 11 in the meeting with Palmeiras.

We are backing the more stable Palmeiras to win. Ferreira has brought the team into perfect shape for an important part of the season. Here the favourites should get the job done.