Probable Lineups

4-3-3
4-2-3-1
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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(61) 41 Goals 16 (27)
(44) 25 Assists 12 (17)
(6.6) 7 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.5)
34.5 Average Age 34.9
180 Average Height (cm) 181.8
(1.1) 1.2 Shots pg 1.1 (1)
(56%) 57% Aerial Duel Success 49% (50%)
(0.7) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.8 (1.1)
(1.4) 1 Tackles pg 1 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Serie A.

Missing Players

Palmeiras
Cruzeiro
Player Reason Status Rating
Mayke Out 6.37
Zé Rafael Doubtful 6.95
Player Reason Status Rating
Rodriguinho Out 6.54
Dedé Out 7.05
Weverton Out 6.24

Team News

Palmeiras
Cruzeiro
  • Mayke and Zé Rafael will be Palmeiras' injury concerns here. The latter will be reassessed closer to kick-off.
  • Luiz Adriano netted a hat-trick against Fluminense and will be full of confidence here.
  • Gustávo Gomez and Weverton should be restored to the starting XI after missing out in the last couple of fixtures.
  • Dédé, Rodriguinho and Weverton remain injured and will miss out on Saturday.
  • Luís Orejuela is back having been on international duty and will start at right-back.
  • Coach Rogério Ceni could opt for a 4-2-3-1 formation in order to sustain Palmeiras' offensive power.

Prediction

  • New coach Mano Menezes made an impact in his first couple of matches in charge, as Palmeiras won both fixtures after a seven-match winless run in Serie A.
  • Cruzeiro followed a Copa do Brasil elimination with a disappointing 4-1 loss to Grêmio in Serie A. Their supporters will demand a reaction here.
  • Despite having an extra three days to prepare for this match, Cruzeiro are expected to come out empty handed from their trip to São Paulo given both teams' current form.
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