Bet on 'Verdão'

A huge qualifying step for Palmeiras came along with their away win (0-2) in Santiago of Chile. It was the first game between the two teams where Bruno Henrique and Dudu were the scorers. In the previous round, they eliminated Cerro Porteno with an away win 0-2 followed by an 0-1 defeat in home. Luiz Felipe Scolari's team despite the fact that they play with an alternative starting line in domestic league, they manage to collect wins. The most recent one was against Cruzeiro (3-1) in home. They are still on top of the table with 53 points after 27 games. Suspended Felipe Melo is still out.

Colo Colo were defeated 0-2 in the first game in home and things are now quite difficult for the 40 years old Hector Tapia's team. They have to score at least two goals in Brazil and keep a clean sheet at the same time, which is too difficult. In the domestic League, they have concecutive defeats, first from Antofagasta (3-4) and then from Universidad Católica (1-0). Injured attacker Paredes and suspended winger Perez are not in tonight's squad.

I expect Palmeiras to show their superiority from the beginning so as to demolish any hopes and dreams the 'Chileans' may have for a total overturn. Colo Colo must take risks and that's an advantage for the home team. A two goals difference win for 'Verdão' (asian handicap -1.5) will be my call.