Palestino vs Fortaleza Prediction: The hosts are one point away from knock out phase

Palestino will welcome Fortaleza in the 6th round of Copa Sudamericana in group H. Fortaleza are already qualified for the next phase, while the hosts need one more point to secure the 2nd place. This match will be a tough test for both teams, and it should be an exciting match to watch. In their first match this season in Brazil, Fortaleza were superior and won 4:0, so it’s motive plus for Palestino to win at home ground and proceed to the next phase.

Form: WDWLW

Palestino are 2nd in the table with 8 points, 2 wins, 2 draws, and a defeat. At home, they have a win and a draw but only one goal scored and none conceded. They have 8 points, 3 more than San Lorenzo who are in 3rd position with a better goal difference. Their form improved recently and in the last 7 matches, they have only one defeat. They don’t have any major troubles in the squad with injuries and cards, so in this match in front of their fans, they will go for a win.

Form: WWLLD

Fortaleza are already qualified for the next round, so in this match, they certainly will enter without any pressure. They were superior in the previous matches in the group and have 4 wins and a defeat in the last round which didn’t mean much. In this match, the manager will mix up the starting lineup and give a chance to younger players who don’t play much in other matches.

The hosts are favorite in this match, although it may be more difficult for them to win against Fortaleza than it seems. The fact that they need a point to formally secure next phase and that they are playing on home ground should motivate them to push harder than the relaxed opponent. I think that Palestino will come out as winner in this match, but my prediction is that both teams will score.