Criciúma vs Cuiabá Prediction – Brazilian Serie B
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Here you will find the best prediction for Criciúma vs Cuiabá in the Brazileirão Série B, along with a detailed analysis of the match and betting tips.
Read below for our in-depth analysis of both teams, including their recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for the encounter between Criciúma and Cuiabá.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Criciúma vs Cuiabá
The best prediction for Criciúma vs Cuiabá in the Brazileirão Série B is a victory for Criciúma. The home team is eager to secure crucial points in the table after recent victories. Meanwhile, Cuiabá, despite some ups and downs, often adopts an attacking approach, even when playing away. Given Criciúma’s advantage of home ground, they are likely to capitalise on this to achieve a favourable result in their ongoing battle in the championship.
The best prediction for Criciúma vs Cuiabá
Criciúma to win
Match preview: Criciúma vs Cuiabá
Criciúma and Cuiabá face off at Heriberto Hülse Stadium, in a duel for the 19th round of Série B. Over the past three years, there have been just two meetings between these sides: the first on 31-08-2024, which ended in a 2-1 victory for Cuiabá, and the latest on 09-06-2024, which saw Cuiabá triumph 5-2. Notably, home and away performances differ vastly for both teams, and this needs careful consideration.
Team analysis: Criciúma
Currently sitting in 10th place, Criciúma has accumulated 23 points from 7 victories, 5 draws, and 6 losses. In their penultimate match, they secured a win against Atlético GO (0-1). In their most recent outing, they emerged victorious against Botafogo SP (0-2). Curiously, Criciúma has demonstrated a stronger performance away from home, recording 7 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses in their last 30 matches as visitors, compared to 6 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses at home. In their last 9 home fixtures for the championship, they have garnered 14 points from a possible 27. Common first-half scores in home games include 1-1 (4 times in 9 games) and 0-0 (4 times in 9 games). Criciúma has consistently found the net, managing to score in 9 of their last 10 matches in this competition. In 18 games this season, they conceded the opening goal 6 times and were only able to turn the match around once.
Criciúma is experiencing a commendable spell in the competition, with successive victories reinvigorating their push for a top-four finish. Playing in front of their fans, they will aim to maintain momentum and exert their home advantage, focusing on intensity and control. Improvements in various sectors of the match appear to bolster their confidence for this crucial fixture. The team seeks to avoid defensive lapses and maintain ball possession to dictate the pace of the match. This contest will serve as a significant test of their capabilities against a competitor in the table.
Team analysis: Cuiabá
The visiting team currently holds the 5th spot, having collected 28 points from 8 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses. In their penultimate match, they were defeated away at Goiás (3-1). However, in their latest match, Cuiabá managed to secure a win at home against America Mineiro (3-1). This team is notably influenced by the home factor, generally performing stronger in front of their supporters; their last 30 games featured 5 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses as visitors, scoring 14 goals while conceding 16. At home, they achieved 10 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, netting a total of 31 goals and conceding just 12. In their last 9 away matches in the championship, Cuiabá has recorded 2 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses, garnering 9 points from a possible 27. The most frequent result at halftime in their matches has been 1-0, occurring in 4 of the 9 games. Across 18 matches this season, they have only managed to overturn the score in 3 occasions after conceding the first goal. Notably, in their last 20 away games across all competitions, 7 of the 14 goals conceded came during the final minutes (76’–90′).
Cuiabá arrives at this fixture aware of the challenges ahead but buoyed by their solid campaign and aspirations for the higher echelons of the table. The team has showcased balance recently, displaying effective compactness and transition efficiency. Even away, they will maintain a proactive stance, looking to exploit spaces to attack with organisation. Their strategy will centre on defensive solidity and seizing opportune moments to press. As this is a direct encounter, every detail could significantly influence the end result.
Best prediction for Criciúma vs Cuiabá
Criciúma to win
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