Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Brazilian Championship match.
Even after losing Endrick, who will join Real Madrid after the Copa America, Palmeiras haven’t missed it and have already started to showcase a new star. All eyes are now on 17-year-old attacker Estevao (4+3 in the last 8 games), who can play both on the wing and center. At home against Bahia (2:0), the reigning Serie A champions handled their top-table rivals, scoring four shots on target.
It’s clear that Atletico Goianiense can only envy the confidence Palmeiras has in their playing. On Monday, Goianiense lost to "Paranaense (1:2), extending their losing streak to 6 games (at this point only 3 points out of 18 possible). For the last 2 weeks the league underdogs missed 4 goals in 2 away games. This is a weak spot before facing a top opponent.
Palmeiras haven’t lost to Goianiense in over 12 years. Since returning to Serie A, Atlético Goianiense has struggled against the big teams, so Palmeiras should be confident of a good play.
