Palmeiras must win to keep themselves in the title race behind leaders Flamengo. They are unbeaten in 10 games in the Brasileirao. Remo are bottom half of the table in 19th place. They have 29 points which is 9 behind the first team that isn't in relegation trouble. This gives Palmeiras the huge advantage going into the game at the Nubank Parque.

Palmeiras have injuries and some rotation. They are without Ramon Sosa (thigh) and Paulinho (calf). Jefte is suspended. They have a game on Sunday, the second leg of their Copa do Brasil semi-final. A 1-0 lead for Palmeiras. Abel will probably rotate some players. However Vitor Roque and Flaco Lopez should start the attack with Andreas Pereira and Jhon Arias feeding the ball in from midfield.

Remo will be high on confidence after beating Botafogo. In the first meeting they held Palmeiras to a 1-1 draw in Belem. They have no suspension for the first time in 7 games. However, they are near the bottom and up against a stronger squad.

Palmeiras should take advantage of home and win the match.