Palmeiras has shown dominant strength in both offense and defense this season. After 21 rounds in the Brasileirão, they've secured 14 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses, scoring 38 goals and conceding 16, with 47 points at the top of the table. At home, they've played 10 games, winning 7, drawing 2, and losing 1, scoring 17 goals and conceding 8, with a 70% home - winning rate. In their last 6 games, they've had 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, scoring 13 goals and conceding 4, showing excellent form in both attack and defense. Historically, in the last 10 meetings between the two teams, 8 games had more than 2 total goals. However, for this match, the left - winger Paulinho, and defenders Bruno Fuchs and Jeferson are out due to injuries, which will weaken their defense. On the other hand, Fortaleza is in the second division. After 20 rounds in the Brasileirão Série B, they've got 10 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, scoring 23 goals and conceding 19, ranking 5th with 34 points. Away from home, they
Copa do Brasil
O/U
Palmeiras
0-0
Fortaleza