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The prediction and suggested bet for Fortaleza vs Palmeiras on 20 April 2025, as analysed by the tipsters, is: Will both teams score? Yes ⇒ bet available on Bet365.

👉 Which stadium will host Fortaleza vs Palmeiras?

The Fortaleza vs Palmeiras match on 20 April 2025 will be held at the Horácio Domingos de Sousa Olympic Stadium in Horizonte.

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Fortaleza vs Palmeiras Prediction – Brazilian Serie A

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Check out the best predictions for Fortaleza vs Palmeiras

Here you will find the best prediction for Fortaleza vs Palmeiras in the Brasileirão Serie A, along with an analysis of the match and betting tips.

Read our detailed analysis of both teams below, including their recent form and key statistics from their last games to offer the best prediction for this encounter between Fortaleza vs Palmeiras.

Strength

20 April 2025 – 21::30
Brasileirão Série A
2025
Normal Time – Round 5

Palmeiras

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Fortaleza vs Palmeiras

The best prediction for Fortaleza vs Palmeiras in the Brasileirão Serie A is that both teams will score. This match is expected to be close and competitive, with the home team likely to assert themselves early, although the visitors possess the quality to react and exploit any weaknesses. Given this, it is anticipated that both teams will have opportunities to find the back of the net during the 90 minutes.

Match preview: Fortaleza vs Palmeiras

Fortaleza and Palmeiras will clash at the Horácio Domingos de Sousa Olympic Stadium in the 5th round of the Brasileirão Serie A. Historically at this venue, direct confrontations favour the home side, who boast 4 wins and 2 draws from their last 6 encounters. The last matchup at this stadium took place on 27th June 2024, where Fortaleza triumphed with a convincing 3-0 victory, thanks to goals from Juan Martín Lucero (47′ and 9′) and Bruno Pacheco (69′). The home advantage could play a crucial role in this match, as Palmeiras has shown significant discrepancies in their home versus away performances.

Team analysis: Fortaleza

Following a record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 1 loss, the home team currently holds the 8th position with 5 points. In their latest fixture, they lost 2-1 away to Vitória, after having drawn 0-0 at home against Internacional in their previous match. Fortaleza is not overly reliant on the home advantage; their results are fairly consistent both at home and away. In the past 30 matches, they have recorded 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses as visitors, scoring 25 goals and conceding 16, compared to 8 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses at home, with 25 goals scored and 9 conceded. Their last 10 home matches reflect 4 wins, 1 draw, and 5 losses. The attack has been productive, scoring in 3 of their last 4 games in this competition. In 15 games, they have struggled to overcome deficits, failing to turn around the score in the 6 instances when they conceded the first goal.

Fortaleza aims for consistency to climb the standings, particularly at home, where they traditionally perform strongly. With the backing of their supporters, they hope to challenge one of the championship favourites. This will be a tough challenge, however, as they are up against an unbeaten opponent known for an exceptionally solid defence. The team will need tactical discipline, intensity, and efficiency in their chances. They must strike a balance between not leaving too many gaps while still attacking. A positive result could reignite León’s campaign.

Team analysis: Palmeiras

With 3 wins and 1 draw, the visiting team currently sits in 2nd place with 7 points. Their last outing saw them win 1-0 away to Internacional, following a 2-0 victory at home against Corinthians in their prior match. Interestingly, Palmeiras has achieved better results away than at home; in the last 30 games, they have notched 11 wins, 3 draws, and only 1 loss as visitors, scoring 28 goals and conceding 13. At home, they have 6 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses, netting 15 goals and allowing 11. In their last 10 matches across all competitions, Palmeiras has secured 8 wins and drawn 2. Their defensive resilience has been remarkable, having conceded goals in only 1 of their last 4 matches, while their attack has been consistent, scoring in 3 of the last 4 games in this competition.

Palmeiras enters the match with high morale, remaining unbeaten in the league and having conceded just a single goal. The squad shows strong defensive capabilities, effective match control, and excellent adaptability to various match scenarios. Even as visitors, the São Paulo side typically maintains a high standard of performance, making them favourites in many fixtures. Against a rival who is formidable at home, Palmeiras should approach the match with intelligence and strategy, focusing on continuing to accumulate points and preserving their consistency in the title race. Confidence is on the rise, and the aim is for victory.