São Paulo FC
Football Brazilian Série A Estadio do Morumbi/Cicero Pompeu de Toledo Sun 5 Oct 15:00
SE Palmeiras
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Série A Betting Preview: São Paulo vs Palmeiras

São Paulo rivals São Paulo and Palmeiras meet in the Clash of Kings, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Sunday 5 October. Our Brazilian Série A betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

São Paulo Should Put Up a Fight

São Paulo +0.25 look like a value bet on the Asian Handicap. This involves splitting our stake between 0 and +0.5, with a win against Palmeiras the desired outcome at betting odds of -125.

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Palmeiras Won When They Last Played São Paulo

São Paulo triumphed in their last game. It was on their travels where Fortaleza were beaten 2-0. Tricolor Paulista ended up with just 35% possession and had three shots on target, with Gonzalo Tapia and Luciano Neves scoring one goal apiece.

Second-placed Palmeiras won their previous game which was at home. It was a 3-0 victory against Vasco da Gama. Abel Ferreira's side enjoyed just 37% possession and had six shots on goal, while Jose Lopez found the net twice and Vitor Roque bagged one.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Palmeiras have won the last two encounters against São Paulo, landing winning home scorelines of 1-0 and 2-1. The previous 10 H2H meetings have ended in four Palmeiras victories, three draws and three São Paulo wins.

Série A G W D L GF GA GD GD P
2 Palmeiras logo Palmeiras 34 21 6 7 58 29 29 58:29 69
9 São Paulo logo São Paulo 33 12 9 12 37 36 1 37:36 45
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São Paulo – Last 10 League Games

São Paulo have 6 wins, 3 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.4 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 9.1 attempts. Hernan Crespo's men have averaged 53.5% possession and 6.0 corners per match, conceding 0.7 goals and 3.9 corners from 3.6 shots on goal and 7.9 attempts.

Top scorer is Gonzalo Tapia on 3 goals, while Damian Bobadilla and Robert Arboleda have both racked up 2. Enzo Hernan Diaz and Nahuel Ferraresi have recorded the most assists with 3 apiece.

Palmeiras – Last 10 League Games

Palmeiras have won 7, lost 1 and drawn 2, averaging 13.0 attempts, 5.6 shots on goal and 2.1 goals. The Big Green average 54.7% possession, 4.9 corners in their favour and 2.9 corners against, while 0.7 goals have been conceded from 3.8 shots on goal and 8.9 attempts.

Jose Lopez and Vitor Roque have scored 6, followed by Andreas Pereira with 2. Vitor Roque and Mauricio have clocked up 3 assists each in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

São Paulo confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Rafael (GK), Alan Franco, Robert Arboleda, Sabino, Cedric Soares, Damian Bobadilla, Pablo Maia, Enzo Hernan Diaz, Marcos Antonio, Luciano Neves, Gonzalo Tapia.

Palmeiras confirmed lineup (4-1-3-2): Weverton (GK), Agustin Giay, Gustavo Gomez, Murilo Cerqueira, Joaquin Piquerez, Anibal Moreno, Raphael Veiga, Andreas Pereira, Felipe Anderson, Vitor Roque, Jose Lopez.

São Paulo vs Palmeiras Prediction & Betting Tips

Get the full betting picture for São Paulo vs Palmeiras, including a key match prediction, our correct score selection, best corners advice, top player prop picks and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’ll split our stake by backing São Paulo +0.25 at odds of -125 for this Asian Handicap wager. There’s every chance that we see a strong performance from the home team in this Série A encounter.

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Key São Paulo vs Palmeiras league stats:

  • The +0.25 line has been covered by São Paulo in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
  • The +0.25 line has been covered by São Paulo in 14 of their last 19 games at home.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Palmeiras in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Palmeiras in 2 consecutive games on the road.
São Paulo +0.25 Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 55.6% prospect of winning. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Correct Score Prediction

São Paulo São Paulo logo 1 - 0 Palmeiras logo Palmeiras

A 1-0 win in favor of São Paulo is available at odds of +600. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: José López Over 0.5 Shots On Target -128 BetMGM logo

José López (Palmeiras) can be backed at -128 to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal. Those wanting to back him should certainly look at the Shots on Target betting odds available.

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Damián Bobadilla (São Paulo) is available at +950 to be among the goals. There are appealing odds on offer for this Anytime Goalscorer pick and we think this is an attractive wager for him to be on the scoresheet.

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Corners Prediction

Palmeiras Under 4.5 Corners -100 BetMGM logo

Palmeiras have had under 4.5 corners in 4 of the past 5 away matches, while São Paulo have conceded less than 4.5 corners in five straight home games. It stands to reason that the line won’t be reached and you can secure odds of -100 for this Palmeiras Team Corners bet.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
São Paulo Logo São Paulo
Total
9.90 6.00 3.90
Home
9.60 5.50 4.10
Away
10.80 5.00 5.80
Palmeiras Logo Palmeiras
Total
7.80 4.90 2.90
Home
8.10 5.90 2.20
Away
11.40 6.60 4.80
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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap São Paulo +0.25 -125
Both Team To Score No -156
Shots On Target José López Over 0.5 -128

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São Paulo vs Palmeiras Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Betting Sites Predicting a Close-Run Battle

Palmeiras are the skinniest price to succeed in this Série A clash, with the favourites afforded a 44% probability based on their +125 betting odds with the bookies. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +255 for São Paulo.

There’s the option to get some insurance on your bet by going down the Draw No Bet route. This allows you to back Palmeiras at -185 with a safety net or alternatively opt for São Paulo at +133.

When it comes to the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this exciting contest. Both Teams to Score No is available at -185 for anyone expecting at least one side to draw a blank.

The top betting sites always do a great job when it comes to Série A games. They provide football bettors with hundreds of markets and you can cherry-pick the most attractive options.

Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira Shortest Odds for First Goalscorer

Those interested in Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira to find the net anytime can get +135, with the favourite on offer to score the first goal at odds of +290.

Player Goals
Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira (Palmeiras)
First
+135
Anytime
+290
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José López (Palmeiras)
First
+310
Anytime
+600
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Luciano da Rocha (São Paulo)
First
+310
Anytime
+600
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Gonzalo Tapia (São Paulo)
First
+400
Anytime
+800
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Player Shots On Target
Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira (Palmeiras)
Over 0.5
-208
Under 0.5
+120
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Luciano da Rocha (São Paulo)
Over 0.5
-175
Under 0.5
+104
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José López (Palmeiras)
Over 0.5
-172
Under 0.5
-100
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Gonzalo Tapia (São Paulo)
Over 0.5
-112
Under 0.5
-149
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Player Shots
Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira (Palmeiras)
Over 2.5
-120
Under 2.5
-
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Luciano da Rocha (São Paulo)
Over 2.5
-118
Under 2.5
-
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José López (Palmeiras)
Over 2.5
-154
Under 2.5
-
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Raphael Cavalcante Veiga (Palmeiras)
Over 1.5
+120
Under 1.5
-
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Team Stats
São Paulo logo São Paulo League Stats
Palmeiras logo Palmeiras League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

São Paulo vs Palmeiras Lineups & Team News

Make sure you're up to date on the São Paulo vs Palmeiras team news before betting. We’ll have the predicted and confirmed Série A lineups for you plus all the latest on player injuries.

São Paulo Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Palmeiras Confirmed Lineup 4-1-3-2

São Paulo Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

23 Rafael
28 Alan Franco 5 Robert Arboleda 35 Sabino 6 Cedric Soares
21 Damian Bobadilla 29 Pablo Maia 13 Enzo Hernan Diaz 20 Marcos Antonio
10 Luciano Neves 14 Gonzalo Tapia
21 Weverton
4 Agustin Giay 15 Gustavo Gomez 26 Murilo Cerqueira 22 Joaquin Piquerez
5 Anibal Moreno
23 Raphael Veiga 8 Andreas Pereira 7 Felipe Anderson
9 Vitor Roque 42 Jose Lopez

Palmeiras Confirmed Lineup 4-1-3-2

São Paulo Substitutes

  • 7Lucas Moura
  • 8Oscar
  • 11Ferreira
  • 15Rodriguinho
  • 16Luiz Gustavo
  • 18Wendell
  • 19Juan Dinenno
  • 22Mailton
  • 25Alisson
  • 32Nahuel Ferraresi
  • 43Felipe Negrucci
  • 50Young

Palmeiras Substitutes

  • 1Carlos Miguel
  • 3Bruno Fuchs
  • 6Jefte
  • 11Bruno Rodrigues
  • 13Micael
  • 14Marcelo Lomba
  • 17Facundo Torres
  • 18Mauricio
  • 19Ramon Sosa
  • 32Emiliano Martinez
  • 40Allan

Previous São Paulo Lineups

02 Oct Série A
Fortaleza 0-2 São Paulo
29 Sep Série A
São Paulo 0-1 Ceará
25 Sep Copa Libertadores
São Paulo 0-1 LDU Quito
21 Sep Série A
Santos 1-0 São Paulo
18 Sep Copa Libertadores
LDU Quito 2-0 São Paulo
14 Sep Série A
São Paulo 1-0 Botafogo

Previous Palmeiras Lineups

01 Oct Série A
Palmeiras 3-0 Vasco da Gama
28 Sep Série A
Bahia 1-0 Palmeiras
24 Sep Copa Libertadores
Palmeiras 3-1 River Plate
20 Sep Série A
Palmeiras 4-1 Fortaleza
17 Sep Copa Libertadores
River Plate 1-2 Palmeiras
13 Sep Série A
Palmeiras 4-1 Internacional

Injuries & Suspensions

São Paulo Injury Table
Type Name Info
Oscar Other
Pablo Maia Foot
Wendell Foot
Andre Cruciate ligame
Palmeiras Injury Table
Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.
Brazil FlagSérie A Table
2025 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Flamengo 34 21 8 5 70:23 71
2 Palmeiras 34 21 6 7 58:29 69
3 Cruzeiro 33 18 10 5 46:22 64
4 Mirassol 34 16 12 6 55:34 60
5 Botafogo 34 15 10 9 47:30 55
6 Fluminense 34 16 6 12 40:38 54
7 Bahia 33 15 8 10 44:40 53
8 Bragantino 34 13 6 15 40:50 45
9 São Paulo 33 12 9 12 37:36 45
10 Atlético MG 34 11 11 12 37:39 44
11 Grêmio 34 11 10 13 37:43 43
12 Vasco da Gama 34 12 6 16 50:51 42
13 Ceará 33 11 9 13 31:30 42
14 Corinthians 33 11 9 13 35:38 42
15 Internacional 33 9 10 14 37:46 37
16 Santos 34 9 10 15 35:49 37
17 Vitória 34 8 12 14 29:47 36
18 Juventude 33 9 5 19 29:59 32
19 Fortaleza 33 7 10 16 34:51 31
20 Sport Recife 34 2 11 21 27:63 17
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Flamengo 17 12 5 0 42:8 41
2 Palmeiras 18 12 4 2 35:11 40
3 Fluminense 17 13 1 3 23:11 40
4 Mirassol 17 11 6 0 36:14 39
5 Cruzeiro 17 12 3 2 30:12 39
6 Bahia 16 12 3 1 28:11 39
7 Botafogo 17 9 5 3 32:20 32
8 Atlético MG 16 8 7 1 24:14 31
9 Grêmio 17 8 5 4 20:13 29
10 São Paulo 17 8 4 5 22:16 28
11 Bragantino 17 8 4 5 23:23 28
12 Vitória 17 7 6 4 18:15 27
13 Internacional 17 7 5 5 23:18 26
14 Corinthians 16 7 4 5 21:14 25
15 Ceará 16 7 4 5 17:12 25
16 Vasco da Gama 17 7 4 6 26:23 25
17 Santos 17 6 6 5 18:19 24
18 Fortaleza 17 6 3 8 20:22 21
19 Juventude 16 6 3 7 17:19 21
20 Sport Recife 17 1 7 9 16:32 10