Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 April

Palmeiras

D D W W W

2nd place in Group F

2-1

16/04/2026 18:00

Sporting Cristal

W L L W L

3rd place in Group F

Copa Libertadores

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal on 16 April 2026 (kick-off: 18:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal preview before placing your bet.

Palmeiras will face Sporting Cristal in Copa Libertadores on April 16, 2026 at 18:00.
Palmeiras are currently 2nd with 11 points after 6 matches.
Sporting Cristal sit 3rd with 6 points from 6 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.14.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

18:00

2026-04-16

Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal - Prediction & Odds

Palmeiras

Sporting Cristal

2026-04-16 18:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/04/2026

Group F	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Cerro Porteno	13	6	4	1	1	6	2	4
02 Palmeiras	11	6	3	2	1	10	5	5
03 Sporting Cristal	6	6	2	0	4	6	9	-3
04 Atletico Junior Barranquilla	4	6	1	1	4	5	11	-6

Head To Head

28/05/2025 20:30

Palmeiras

6 - 0

Sporting Cristal

CON CLA

03/04/2025 18:00

Sporting Cristal

2 - 3

Palmeiras

CON CLA

18/04/2013 18:45

Sporting Cristal

1 - 0

Palmeiras

CON CLA

14/02/2013 20:00

Palmeiras

2 - 1

Sporting Cristal

CON CLA

Palmeiras

75%

Draw

Sporting Cristal

25%

Palmeiras Last 6 matches

12/04/2026 17:30

Corinthians Paulista (SP) 0 - 0 Palmeiras

BRA D1

08/04/2026 20:30

Atletico Junior Barranquilla 1 - 1 Palmeiras

CON CLA

05/04/2026 18:30

Bahia 1 - 2 Palmeiras

BRA D1

02/04/2026 20:30

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Gremio (RS)

BRA D1

21/03/2026 20:00

Sao Paulo 0 - 1 Palmeiras

BRA D1

18/03/2026 18:00

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Sporting Cristal

08/04/2026 22:00

Sporting Cristal 1 - 0 Cerro Porteno

CON CLA

03/04/2026 12:00

Sporting Cristal 1 - 2 UCV Moquegua

PER L1

21/03/2026 16:30

Los Chankas 3 - 2 Sporting Cristal

PER L1

15/03/2026 12:00

Sporting Cristal 3 - 0 Sport Boys

PER L1

11/03/2026 18:00

Sporting Cristal 1 - 2 Carabobo FC

CON CLA

07/03/2026 16:30

Sporting Cristal 3 - 1 Alianza Atletico Sullana

PER L1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Copa Libertadores

Played games

Palmeiras

Sporting Cristal

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.64

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.77

Scored

Avg. per game

1.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.40

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 39 matches

YesNo

35 (90%)4 (10%)

In last 39 matches

NoYes

30 (86%)5 (14%)

Palmeiras

Recent matches

Sporting Cristal

Under /Over

(67%)26 13(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)29 6(17%)

Under /Over

(36%)14 25(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)9 26(74%)

Under /Over

(33%)13 26(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(57%)20 15(43%)

/Yes

(54%)21 18(46%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(66%)23 12(34%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Palmeiras

Sporting Cristal

Shots

Palmeiras

Total shots

11.51 avg / game

Blocked

124 total

Avg. 3.26

Sporting Cristal

Total shots

14.41 avg / game

Blocked

104 total

Avg. 3.71

Palmeiras Pass Sporting Cristal

Total passes

13305

Avg. 341 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

12453

Avg. 429 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Palmeiras

Played games

Sporting Cristal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.26

4.85

189

Corners

189

5.40

14.92

582

Throw-ins

601

17.17

1.62

Offsides

1.91

2.23

GK saves

2.37

Palmeiras

DISCIPLINARY

Sporting Cristal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.26

1.97

0.05

0.11

10.08

393

Fouls

337

9.63

6.92

270

Tackles

243

6.94

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

Juan Pablo II College

PER

08/08

Universitario De Deportes

Alianza Atletico Sullana

Sporting Cristal

PER

How We Build the Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal on 16 April 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Copa Libertadores fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Palmeiras vs Sporting Cristal Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Palmeiras's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Sporting Cristal's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Copa Libertadores Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Copa Libertadores standings and the Copa Libertadores form table to understand exactly where Palmeiras and Sporting Cristal sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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