More markets for the Copa do Brasil game, scheduled for August 26 at 8:30 PM ET.
SE Palmeiras enter the Copa do Brasil quarter-final first leg against Santos FC as clear favorites, reflecting their stronger Série A standing, deeper squad, and consistent recent form compared to the visitors. Santos have battled injuries to key defenders including Lucas Veríssimo, Gustavo Henrique, and long-term absentee Vinicius Lira, alongside others sidelined ahead of the August 26-27 clash at Allianz Parque. Palmeiras also list multiple unavailable players such as Paulinho, Bruno Fuchs, and Jefté, while coach Abel Ferreira has faced prior suspensions that forced assistants into interim roles. The two sides drew 1-1 in their May Brasileirão meeting, underscoring the competitive São Paulo derby intensity, though Palmeiras’ higher table position and home advantage shape trader consensus around advancement probabilities for the two-legged tie concluding September 3.