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The prediction and betting suggestion for Criciúma vs Athletico PR on 9 August 2025, concludes that both teams will score.

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The Criciúma vs Athletico PR match on 9 August 2025 will be held at Heriberto Hülse Stadium in Criciúma.

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Criciúma vs Athletico PR Prediction – Brazilian Serie B

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Check out the best predictions for Criciúma vs Athletico PR

Here you will find the best prediction for Criciúma vs Athletico PR in the Brazileirão Série B, along with an in-depth analysis of the match and betting tips.

Continue reading for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent form and key statistics from past matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Criciúma vs Athletico PR.

Criciúma

09 August 2025 – 18::00
Série B
2025
Normal Time – Round 21

Athletico PR

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Criciúma vs Athletico PR

The best prediction for Criciúma vs Athletico PR in the Brazileirão Série B is that both teams will score. Criciúma comes into this match off the back of a defeat and is under pressure, typically dominating at Heriberto Hülse, which shouldn’t be any different this time. Meanwhile, Athletico PR has shown the ability to score even when playing away, suggesting that this will be an open match with opportunities for both sides. Thus, betting on both teams to score is an appealing prediction for this encounter.

The best prediction for Criciúma vs Athletico PR

Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (live bet suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (live, double or treble bet suggestion)
Both teams to score (riskier prediction)

Match preview: Criciúma vs Athletico PR

Criciúma and Athletico PR face off at Heriberto Hülse Stadium for the 21st round of Série B. The previous encounter saw Athletico PR win 2-1 at home on April 10, 2025. The recent head-to-head record favours the away side, with Athletico PR winning 2 and drawing 2 out of the last 4 encounters. Notably, this match pits the 12th ranked team at home against the 7th ranked team overall, which makes the home and away records particularly significant.

Team analysis: Criciúma

The home side currently sits in 7th place with 29 points from 8 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses. In their penultimate match, they secured a home victory against Cuiabá (1-0). However, they lost their last match away to Athletico PR (1-0). Criciúma has shown a balanced approach regardless of home or away fixtures, earning 17 points at home (14 goals scored and 9 conceded) while securing 12 points away (9 goals scored and 9 conceded). In the championship, they have gained 17 points from 30 available, with typical half-time scores being 1-1 (4 out of 10 games) and 0-0 (4 out of 10 games). The attack has consistently scored, managing to find the net in 9 of the last 10 league matches. They have conceded the first goal in 7 of the 20 games, registering just one comeback. A notable pattern observed is that they conceded 3 out of their 8 goals during the final moments of the first half (46’–60′).

The recent defeat to Athletico PR was a significant setback for Criciúma, who were on a strong run. They can no longer afford to slip up if they hope to maintain their promotion hopes. The priority must be to secure the three points against a resolute Athletico PR side.

Team analysis: Athletico PR

The away side currently stands in 11th place with 26 points, having recorded 7 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses. Their penultimate match was a draw against America Mineiro (2-2), followed by another draw at home to Paysandu (1-1). Athletico PR has been fairly unaffected by the venue, with similar scoring statistics both at home (11 goals scored, 12 conceded) and away (14 goals scored, 15 conceded). Recently, they claimed a 3-0 victory over São Paulo in the Brazilian Cup, winning on penalties. In their last 9 league matches away, Athletico PR has registered 3 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, only managing to earn 11 points from a possible 27. The most common first-half result has been 0-1, occurring in 4 out of their 11 matches. They have conceded in 9 of their last 10 outings, indicating defensive vulnerabilities, although their attacking line has scored regularly in 7 of the last 10 contests. Recent matches have demonstrated a trend of high-scoring encounters, with 8 of their last 9 league games ending with over 2.5 goals.

Despite a four-game winless streak, Athletico PR has continued to score in recent fixtures. With two successive draws and a slowly improving performance on the pitch, they will be looking for a bolder approach to secure a victory. They must adopt an attacking mindset to keep their promotion hopes alive, presenting a tough test for a Criciúma side reeling from recent defeats.