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 are currently 2nd with 11 points after 6 matches.
Sporting Cristal sit 3rd with 6 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Palmeiras to win with probability 78%.
Head-to-head history favors Palmeiras, who have won 3 of the last 4 meetings. Sporting Cristal have one win, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

284

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

125

Avg. per game

0.42

Scored

282

Avg. per game

1.01

Conceded

173

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

185 (62%)115 (38%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

169 (61%)109 (39%)

Palmeiras

Recent matches

Sporting Cristal

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Palmeiras

Sporting Cristal

Shots

Palmeiras

Total shots

14.43 avg / game

Blocked

811 total

Avg. 3.75

Sporting Cristal

Total shots

12.34 avg / game

Blocked

456 total

Avg. 3.26

Palmeiras Pass Sporting Cristal

Total passes

104771

Avg. 377 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

85963

Avg. 398 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Palmeiras

300

Played games

Sporting Cristal

278

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.45

135

Clean sheets

0.33

5.80

1739

Corners

1591

5.72

13.43

4029

Throw-ins

1499

5.39

1.84

552

Offsides

581

2.09

2.50

751

GK saves

647

2.33

Palmeiras

DISCIPLINARY

Sporting Cristal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.73

518

629

2.26

0.07

0.14

11.93

3579

Fouls

3148

11.32

12.23

3669

Tackles

2711

9.75

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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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