Palmeiras vs Flamengo Prediction, Starting XI, Injuries, and Team News | CONMEBOL Libertadores

The final of the 2025 CONMEBOL Libertadores sees two of South America's best teams in Palmeiras and Flamengo, take on each other. With the two sides in contention for the Brazilian Serie A title as well, this clash assumes greater importance. Find out more from Palmeiras vs Flamengo prediction, Palmeiras vs Flamengo preview, Palmeiras vs Flamengo predicted lineups and Palmeiras vs Flamengo injury news.

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Continuing the trend of all-Brazilian finals at the CONMEBOL Libertadores, these sides booked their spot at the final after epic games. Palmeiras looked down and out when they lost the first leg of the semis to Ecuadorian side LDU de Quito 3-0. They produced one of the best comebacks in the history of the tournament to win the second leg 4-0 at home. An early goal from Ramon Sosa gave them hope, and a late brace from Raphael Veiga completed the comeback. Flamengo, meanwhile, took the lead in the 88th minute of the first leg against Racing Club through a Marcos Rojo own goal. They rode their luck in the second leg and edged out a goalless draw to advance.

This sets up a second straight all-Brazilian affair at the tournament. Five of the last six finals have seen this happen. This is also a replay of the 2021 final, where Palmerias beat Flamengo to lift their third and most recent trophy. With three titles to their name, they are hopeful of adding a fourth one. Flamengo shook off the heartbreak of the 2021 final to immediately win the tournament in 2022 and lift their third title as well. So no matter who wins on Saturday, the winning team will become the most crowned Brazilian team at the CONMEBOL Libertadores and bring the trophy back to Brazil for the seventh time in a row.

However, heading into this game, Palmerias have been in terrible form in Serie A. They lost three out of their last five matches & drew the other two without a goal. That run saw them drop to the second spot as Flamengo took a five-point lead at the top with two games to go. Abel Ferreira's side needs to get its act together to lift the Libertadores if the league title slips away.

Filipe Luis is on the brink of delivering double delight for his side. After taking over as the head coach, the former Brazilian international had guided his team expertly. Despite drawing their most recent game against Atletico MG, they won three out of their last five games. They will be entering the game as favourites, and two good performances will hand them another league and continental double and pile more misery on their arch rivals.

Palmeiras vs Flamengo Match Info

Match Name: CONMEBOL Libertadores, The Final

Stadium Name: Estadio Monumental U Marathon, Lima, Peru

Kickoff: 29th November 2025, 16:00 ET

Palmerias Team News

Palmeiras have multiple injury problems heading into this game. Figueiredo, Lucas Evangelista and Paulinho are all unavailable as Weverton faces the race against time to start. Their top goalscorer Vitor Roque will be determined to play the starring role in the finals.

Palmeiras Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Lomba

Defenders: Khellven, Gomez, Cerqueira, Piquerez

Midfielders: Allan, Moreno; Pereira, Lopez, Sosa

Forward: Roque

Flamengo Team News

Gonzalo Plata is suspended for the finals, as Bruno Henrique is dreaming of a start in the finals. With few injury worries, they will be confident of fielding their best XI.

Flamengo Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Rossi

Defenders: Royal, Danilo, Pereira, Lucas

Midfielders: Pulgar, Jorginho; De Arrascaeta, Carrascal, Lino

Forward: Henrique

Palmeiras vs Flamengo Injuries

As per Palmeiras vs Flamengo injuries, neither side has any fresh injury concerns heading into the finals. They already know the players who are going to miss out.

Palmeiras Injury List

Flamengo Injury List

Palmeiras vs Flamengo Prediction

Although forms are widely contrasting, it is impossible to predict a one-off finale. It often comes down to mentality and star quality. Palmeiras had no right to be here after going 3-0 in the semis. Yet here they are, so count them out at your own peril. Despite being the in-form team, Flamengo can not relax for a moment in the final, or Palmeiras can punish them mercilessly. We expect the stars of Flamengo to come to the party and get the job done. But the game could also go to penalties and swing either way

SportsDunia's Palmeiras vs Flamengo Prediction: Palmeiras 1(3)-1(4) Flamengo