Copa Libertadores 2026 QF: Palmeiras (BRA) advance to the semi-finals on aggregate (return leg vs. LDU Quito ECU, 16 September 2026, Quito)
Hit
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Published on 11. September 2026
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Predicted for 16. September 2026
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Based on: Statistical Pattern
Palmeiras won the first leg 1-0 on 9 September 2026 (scorer: Agustín Giay, header, 25', rebound from Vitor Roque). The return leg is 16 September 2026 at Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado in Quito (~2,850 m altitude). Palmeiras is one of the most consistent Libertadores semi-finalists. LDU's altitude advantage is real, but a 1-0 away lead backed by Palmeiras' squad depth remains comfortable. No Polymarket data; calibrated probability of advancing: ~65%.
Data basis for this prediction
- FlashScore/ESPN: Palmeiras 1-0 LDU Quito, Hinspiel 9. September 2026 (Tor: Giay 25')
- CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores 2026 QF-Spielplan: Rückspiel 16.09.2026, Quito
- beIN Sports / Wikipedia: Copa Libertadores 2026 QF-Paarungen (August 2026)
Verdict: Hit
[Vorzeitig entschieden] Palmeiras zog per 1:0-Gesamtergebnis (Hinspiel 1:0, Rückspiel 0:0 in Quito) ins Halbfinale ein. Quellen: Sofascore, FOX Sports.
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