Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 05 May

Sporting Cristal

D W L L W

3rd place in Group F

0-2

05/05/2026 18:00

Palmeiras

D D W W W

2nd place in Group F

Copa Libertadores

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras on 05 May 2026 (kick-off: 18:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras preview before placing your bet.

Sporting Cristal are currently 3rd with 6 points after 6 matches.
Palmeiras sit 2nd with 11 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Palmeiras to win with probability 56%.
Head-to-head history favors Palmeiras, who have won 4 of the last 5 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

2026-05-05

Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras - Prediction & Odds

Sporting Cristal

Palmeiras

2026-05-05 18:00

STANDINGS UP TO 05/05/2026

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

16/04/2026 18:00

Palmeiras

2 - 1

Sporting Cristal

CON CLA

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

Sporting Cristal

20%

Draw

Palmeiras

80%

Sporting Cristal Last 6 matches

03/05/2026 12:00

Sporting Cristal 2 - 2 Cusco FC PER L1

28/04/2026 22:00

Sporting Cristal 2 - 0 Atletico Junior Barranquilla CON CLA

25/04/2026 16:30

Comerciantes Unidos 1 - 0 Sporting Cristal PER L1

22/04/2026 16:15

Atletico Grau 4 - 1 Sporting Cristal PER L1

19/04/2026 12:00

Sporting Cristal 3 - 2 UTC Cajamarca PER L1

16/04/2026 18:00

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Sporting Cristal CON CLA

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Palmeiras

02/05/2026 17:30

Palmeiras 1 - 1 Santos BRA D1

29/04/2026 20:30

Cerro Porteno 1 - 1 Palmeiras CON CLA

26/04/2026 17:30

Bragantino 0 - 1 Palmeiras BRA D1

23/04/2026 18:30

Palmeiras 3 - 0 EC Jacuipense Copa do Brasil

19/04/2026 17:30

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Atletico Paranaense BRA D1

16/04/2026 18:00

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Sporting Cristal CON CLA

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

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

280

Avg. per game

1.01

Conceded

173

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored

282

Avg. per game

0.94

Conceded

125

Avg. per game

0.42

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 277 matches

YesNo

168 (61%)109 (39%)

In last 277 matches

NoYes

185 (62%)115 (38%)

Sporting Cristal

Recent matches

Palmeiras

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sporting Cristal

Palmeiras

Shots

Sporting Cristal

Total shots

12.33 avg / game

Blocked

452 total

Avg. 3.25

Palmeiras

Total shots

14.41 avg / game

Blocked

810 total

Avg. 3.75

Sporting Cristal Pass Palmeiras

Total passes

85476

Avg. 398 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

104571

Avg. 376 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sporting Cristal

277

Played games

Palmeiras

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

135

0.45

5.72

1585

Corners

1739

5.80

5.35

1481

Throw-ins

4031

13.44

2.09

578

Offsides

554

1.85

2.32

644

GK saves

751

2.50

Sporting Cristal

DISCIPLINARY

Palmeiras

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.26

625

519

1.73

0.14

0.07

11.32

3136

Fouls

3581

11.94

9.74

2699

Tackles

3670

12.23

NEXT MATCHES

08/02

Sporting Cristal

Juan Pablo II College

PER

08/07

Universitario De Deportes

Alianza Atletico Sullana

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras on 05 May 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.

Sporting Cristal vs Palmeiras Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sporting Cristal's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Palmeiras'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 Sporting Cristal and Palmeiras sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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