Palmeiras 0-1 Fluminense: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

Palmeiras return home with the advantage and the more convincing recent all-competition momentum, while Fluminense arrive needing a proactive performance after a difficult first leg. The central contest is whether Fluminense’s possession can create chances before Palmeiras spring Arias and Flaco López in transition. Vitor Roque’s continued recovery reduces Palmeiras’ attacking alternatives, but Fluminense also have significant uncertainty around Cano and Martinelli. Palmeiras’ home knockout pedigree and set-piece preparation make the visitors’ task demanding.

Head-to-head analysis

This is a tightly contested recent fixture, with Palmeiras winning the opening leg and several recent meetings decided by a single goal. The sides also shared a scoreless match at this venue in the previous year, reinforcing the likelihood of a tactical, low-margin contest.

Injuries and absences

Vitor Roque’s ankle issue removes a powerful attacking alternative for Palmeiras and increases the importance of Flaco López’s hold-up play and Arias’ carrying. For Fluminense, any restriction on Cano or Martinelli would weaken either their penalty-box finishing or their ability to secure midfield recoveries.

Form (last 5)

Palmeiras vs Fluminense stats

Last meetings

• 2026-10-15Fluminense 1-2 Palmeiras
• 2026-08-15Fluminense 3-2 Palmeiras
• 2026-02-26Palmeiras 2-1 Fluminense
• 2025-11-23Palmeiras 0-0 Fluminense
• 2025-07-23Fluminense 1-2 Palmeiras
• 2024-12-08Palmeiras 0-1 Fluminense

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