Albert
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23h
My Prediction
DrawAh, the sweet smell of football is in the air as we dive into this Brasileiro Série A matchup between Palmeiras and Mirassol. Now if we look at Regular Season Records, Palmeiras appears to be posing as Atlas himself, carrying a heavier record of 7-1-3 compared to Mirassol's more balanced sheet at 4-5-2.
However, adjusting our gaze over to recent results, I spy with my little eye something that isn't as evident as one would think. Mirassol seems to be kicking to rhythm lately, secure in their footing with 3 wins, 1 draw and just one loss in their previous 5 matches. Palmeiras, on the other hand, not exactly playing to the tune of 'We are the Champions' with 2 berths in the win and loss category and skimming past São Paulo by a thread.
But let's not dilly dally on past glory or defeat; after all, a champion is only as good as his next game. My ninth sense (yes, you heard it right) tells me this might not be a field day for Palmeiras. Even though they are favored, they are rocking less stable recent form while Mirassol appears to be in fighting form with their eyes on the prize.
Yet, given the weighted edges on both ends, there’s a good chance we might see these two teams locking horns till the last whistle, refusing to give the other side the satisfaction of a win.
Albert’s Prediction: Draw
Albert
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