Palmeiras vs Cerro Porteño predictions, May 20, 2026

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As Palmeiras prepares to host Cerro Porteño on May 20, 2026, in the Copa Libertadores, both teams come into the match with contrasting recent performances. Palmeiras has secured two victories in their last five outings, showcasing resilience and tactical versatility. This home advantage will likely amplify their confidence, especially considering their solid record at their venue.

In contrast, Cerro Porteño has struggled, claiming only one win in their last five matches, which highlights potential vulnerabilities as they face a determined Palmeiras side. The Paraguayan team will need to bolster their defensive structure to compete effectively against Palmeiras’ attacking prowess.

Bookmakers favor a home win with odds reflecting a 74.7% probability, predicting a final score of 2-0 in favor of Palmeiras. This aligns with their reputation for strong performances when playing in front of their supporters, often utilizing a controlled possession game to break down opponents’ defenses.

While Palmeiras enters this matchup as clear favorites, football can be unpredictable, and Cerro Porteño will be eager to defy the odds. As the teams clash, tactical execution and adaptability will play pivotal roles in determining the outcome. Fans can expect a closely contested match with the potential for surprises.

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Palmeiras 71.5%

Draw 18.7%

Cerro Porteño 9.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

Outrights of Copa Libertadores Palmeiras: 14.24% Cerro Porteno: 1.74%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.34	5.14	9.41
	1.32	4.7	9.8
	1.33	5.1	10.6	Watch and Bet
	1.3	4.6	9.5
	1.3	5.32	9.69

Latest Results

13.05.26 EC Jacuipense – Palmeiras – 1:4 10.05.26 Clube Do Remo – Palmeiras – 1:1 05.05.26 Sporting Cristal – Palmeiras – 0:2 02.05.26 Palmeiras – Santos FC – 1:1 29.04.26 Cerro Porteño – Palmeiras – 1:1

11.05.26 Cerro Porteño – Guaraní Asuncion – 0:0 07.05.26 Junior Barranquilla – Cerro Porteño – 0:1 03.05.26 Deportivo Recoleta – Cerro Porteño – 2:1 29.04.26 Cerro Porteño – Palmeiras – 1:1 24.04.26 Cerro Porteño – Sportivo Ameliano – 1:1

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Palmeiras won 4.

Palmeiras is currently in amazing form (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Cerro Porteño has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Cerro Porteño may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

Recently, Palmeiras has had a series of away games.

In this match, Palmeiras is the clear favorite.

In the last 9 head-to-head matches, Palmeiras won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 19:3. (average 2.1:0.3).

Including home matches between the teams, Palmeiras won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 8:2. (average 2:0.5).

Latest Head To Head

29.04.26 Cerro Porteño – Palmeiras – 1:1 07.05.25 Cerro Porteño – Palmeiras – 0:2 09.04.25 Palmeiras – Cerro Porteño – 1:0 24.05.23 Cerro Porteño – Palmeiras – 0:3 20.04.23 Palmeiras – Cerro Porteño – 2:1

Standings

Group Stage

Group A

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Flamengo RJ	3	2	1	0	7:2	5	7
2	Estudiantes L.P	4	1	3	0	5:4	1	6
3	Ind. Medellin	3	1	1	1	3:5	-2	4
4	Cusco	4	0	1	3	2:6	-4	1

Group B

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Deportes Tolima	4	2	1	1	7:3	4	7
2	Coquimbo	4	2	1	1	5:5	0	7
3	U. de Deportes	4	1	1	2	5:6	-1	4
4	Nacional	4	1	1	2	6:9	-3	4

Group C

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Ind. Rivadavia ✔	4	3	1	0	8:3	5	10
2	Bolivar	4	1	2	1	4:3	1	5
3	La Guaira	4	0	3	1	3:6	-3	3
4	Fluminense	4	0	2	2	2:5	-3	2

Group D

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	U. Catolica	4	2	1	1	5:4	1	7
2	Cruzeiro	4	2	1	1	3:2	1	7
3	Boca Juniors	4	2	0	2	5:3	2	6
4	Barcelona SC	4	1	0	3	2:6	-4	3

Group E

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Corinthians	4	3	1	0	7:1	6	10
2	Platense	4	2	1	1	5:5	0	7
3	Santa Fe	4	0	2	2	3:6	-3	2
4	Penarol	4	0	2	2	3:6	-3	2

Group F

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Palmeiras	4	2	2	0	6:3	3	8
2	Cerro Porteno	4	2	1	1	3:2	1	7
3	Sporting Cristal	4	2	0	2	4:4	0	6
4	Junior	4	0	1	3	1:5	-4	1

Group G

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Mirassol	4	3	0	1	5:2	3	9
2	Lanus	4	2	0	2	2:5	-3	6
3	LDU Quito	4	2	0	2	3:3	0	6
4	Always Ready	4	1	0	3	4:4	0	3

Group H

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Rosario Central	4	3	1	0	5:0	5	10
2	Ind. del Valle	4	2	1	1	6:5	1	7
3	Universidad Central	4	2	0	2	6:7	-1	6
4	Libertad Asuncion	4	0	0	4	3:8	-5	0

Copa Libertadores Outrights

1. Flamengo RJ: 3.75 (18.98%)

2. Palmeiras: 5 (14.24%)

3. Corinthians: 9 (7.91%)

4. Cruzeiro: 9 (7.91%)

5. Rosario Central: 12 (5.93%)

6. Boca Juniors: 12 (5.93%)

7. Ind. Rivadavia: 17 (4.19%)

8. Fluminense: 17 (4.19%)

9. Estudiantes L.P.: 34 (2.09%)

10. Independiente del Valle: 34 (2.09%)

11. Mirassol: 34 (2.09%)

12. Deportes Tolima: 41 (1.74%)

13. LDU Quito: 41 (1.74%)

14. Cerro Porteno: 41 (1.74%)

15. Platense: 41 (1.74%)

16. U. Catolica: 43.5 (1.64%)

17. Club Nacional: 50 (1.42%)

18. Junior: 50 (1.42%)

19. Ind. Medellin: 50.2 (1.42%)

20. Lanus: 50.2 (1.42%)

21. Coquimbo: 50.2 (1.42%)

22. Bolivar: 50.2 (1.42%)

23. Junior W: 51 (1.4%)

24. Sporting Cristal: 65.4 (1.09%)

25. Universitario de Deportes: 65.4 (1.09%)

26. Penarol: 65.4 (1.09%)

27. Barcelona SC: 130.2 (0.55%)

28. Santa Fe: 130.2 (0.55%)

29. Always Ready: 180.2 (0.4%)

30. Cusco: 180.2 (0.4%)

31. Deportivo La Guaira: 180.2 (0.4%)

32. Universidad Central: 180.2 (0.4%)

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