Copa Sudamericana: WEB Independiente Medellin vs. Palestino Second Leg Preview

Match Preview

Background

WEB Independiente Medellin and Palestino will face off in the second leg of their Copa Sudamericana round-of-16 tie on Wednesday, August 21st, 2024.

The first leg, played in Santiago, Chile, ended in a 2-2 draw. Medellín took an early lead, but Palestino came back to equalise twice.

Team News

Medellín will be without the suspended Didier Moreno for the second leg. He was sent off in the first leg for a second bookable offence.

Palestino have no fresh injury concerns ahead of the match.

What to Expect

The match is expected to be closely contested, with both teams having a chance to advance to the next round.

Medellín will be looking to take advantage of their home advantage and will be confident of getting the win they need to progress.

Palestino, however, will be buoyed by their performance in the first leg and will be confident of causing an upset.

Betting Tips

Medellín to win

Medellín are the favourites to win the match, and they are priced at 1.80 to do so.

Over 2.5 goals

The first leg was a high-scoring affair, and there is a good chance that the second leg will be as well.

Both teams to score

Both teams have scored in both of their matches in the Copa Sudamericana this season, so it is likely that they will both find the net again in this match.

Prediction

Medellín 3-1 Palestino

Medellín are the more experienced team in this competition and they will be confident of getting the win they need to progress to the next round.