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The Campeonato Brasileiro Série A season concludes with a captivating fixture between Ceará SC and SE Palmeiras. This Matchday 38 encounter, set for December 7, 2025, sees two teams with differing motivations face off. Palmeiras, one of Brazil’s footballing giants, has already secured an impressive second-place finish in the league, guaranteeing them a spot in the prestigious Copa Libertadores. Their consistent performance throughout the season underlines their quality and ambition. Ceará SC, on the other hand, finds themselves in a more comfortable mid-table position, safely away from the relegation zone. With no immediate pressure to fight for survival or push for continental qualification, Ceará will be playing primarily for pride in front of their home crowd.
Despite the lack of high stakes for both sides, this final match of the campaign promises an intriguing battle. Palmeiras will be keen to finish their excellent season on a high note, potentially showcasing their attacking prowess. Ceará, playing without the immense pressure of relegation, might adopt a more open and expressive style of play, looking to entertain their supporters.
Current League Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CR Flamengo | 36 | 22 | 9 | 5 | 50 | 75 |
| 2 | SE Palmeiras | 36 | 21 | 7 | 8 | 28 | 70 |
| 3 | Cruzeiro EC | 35 | 19 | 11 | 5 | 27 | 68 |
| 4 | Mirassol FC | 35 | 17 | 12 | 6 | 24 | 63 |
| 5 | Fluminense FC | 36 | 17 | 7 | 12 | 8 | 58 |
| 6 | Botafogo FR | 35 | 16 | 10 | 9 | 18 | 58 |
| 7 | EC Bahia | 36 | 16 | 9 | 11 | 4 | 57 |
| 8 | São Paulo FC | 36 | 13 | 9 | 14 | -6 | 48 |
| 9 | Grêmio FBPA | 36 | 12 | 10 | 14 | -6 | 46 |
| 10 | CR Vasco da Gama | 36 | 13 | 6 | 17 | 2 | 45 |
| 11 | RB Bragantino | 36 | 13 | 6 | 17 | -14 | 45 |
| 12 | SC Corinthians Paulista | 35 | 12 | 9 | 14 | -4 | 45 |
| 13 | CA Mineiro | 35 | 11 | 12 | 12 | -2 | 45 |
| 14 | Ceará SC | 35 | 11 | 9 | 15 | -3 | 42 |
| 15 | Santos FC | 36 | 10 | 11 | 15 | -11 | 41 |
| 16 | SC Internacional | 36 | 10 | 11 | 15 | -12 | 41 |
| 17 | EC Vitória | 35 | 9 | 12 | 14 | -16 | 39 |
| 18 | Fortaleza EC | 35 | 9 | 10 | 16 | -15 | 37 |
| 19 | EC Juventude | 36 | 9 | 7 | 20 | -31 | 34 |
| 20 | SC Recife | 36 | 2 | 11 | 23 | -41 | 17 |
- SE Palmeiras: Position 2, Played: 36, Won: 21, Draw: 7, Lost: 8, Points: 70, Goals For: 60, Goals Against: 32, Goal Difference: +28.
- Ceará SC: Position 14, Played: 35, Won: 11, Draw: 9, Lost: 15, Points: 42, Goals For: 32, Goals Against: 35, Goal Difference: -3.
Palmeiras’s second-place standing highlights their superior quality and consistent performance throughout the 2025 Brasileirão season. Their robust defense and potent attack have been key to their success. Ceará, positioned comfortably in 14th, have shown moments of brilliance but have largely been a middle-of-the-pack team this season. The significant points difference between the two sides underscores the gap in their overall league campaigns.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Recent Encounters
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug 2025 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | SE Palmeiras | 2 - 1 | Ceará SC |
| 30 Jul 2022 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | Ceará SC | 1 - 2 | SE Palmeiras |
| 10 Apr 2022 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | SE Palmeiras | 2 - 3 | Ceará SC |
| 10 Dec 2021 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | SE Palmeiras | 1 - 0 | Ceará SC |
| 20 Oct 2021 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | Ceará SC | 1 - 2 | SE Palmeiras |
Looking at the recent head-to-head encounters in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, SE Palmeiras holds a clear advantage over Ceará SC. In their last seven league meetings, Palmeiras have emerged victorious in five, while Ceará has claimed two wins. The most recent clash in August 2025 saw Palmeiras secure a 2-1 home victory.
A striking trend emerges from these encounters: goals are a common feature. Six out of the last seven matches between Ceará and Palmeiras have seen a total of Over 2.5 Goals. This includes results like 2-1, 1-2, 2-3, 1-2, 2-1, and 2-1. Even in matches where Ceará has lost, they often manage to find the back of the net against Palmeiras, demonstrating their capability to contribute to a high-scoring affair. Palmeiras’s consistent attacking threat, combined with Ceará’s ability to score, especially at home, suggests this fixture tends to be open and goal-filled.
Our Prediction
Considering Palmeiras’s superior league standing and strong attacking record, coupled with Ceará’s lack of high-stakes pressure on the final matchday, we anticipate a relatively open game. The historical head-to-head trend strongly supports a high-scoring affair, with 6 of the last 7 meetings producing over 2.5 goals. Palmeiras will aim to cap off their successful season with an emphatic performance, while Ceará, playing for pride, might embrace a more attacking approach. Therefore, our best betting tip is:
Over 2.5 Goals
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