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Criciúma vs Avaí Prediction – Brazilian Serie B
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Here you’ll find the best prediction for Criciúma vs Avaí in Brazileirão Serie B, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Criciúma and Avaí.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Criciúma vs Avaí
The best prediction for Criciúma vs Avaí in the Brazileirão Serie B is a victory for Criciúma. Currently enjoying a strong spell in Serie B, Criciúma arrives with an unbeaten run and three consecutive wins, demonstrating their consistency, particularly at Heriberto Hülse. In contrast, Avaí has shown inconsistency and is coming off a home loss. This presents a significant opportunity for Criciúma to assert their superiority and deliver a strong performance in front of their fans. Therefore, backing them to win seems a solid choice this round, especially given their recent performances and home advantage.
The best prediction for Criciúma vs Avaí
Criciúma to win
Match preview: Criciúma vs Avaí
Criciúma and Avaí will contest at the Heriberto Hülse stadium in this 14th round clash of Serie B. Historical head-to-heads at this venue slightly favour the visitors, who have won 2 of the last 4 matchups, with one defeat. However, in their latest encounter at this ground on 28th April 2023, Criciúma managed a narrow 1-0 victory, with Felipe Vizeu scoring the only goal. The home advantage could prove crucial, given Avaí’s inconsistent performance both at home and as visitors.
Team analysis: Criciúma
With 4 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses, the home side finds itself in 12th place, having accrued 16 points. Their last match ended in a 1-1 draw with America Mineiro, after a solid home win against Amazonas (3-2) in the previous match. Criciúma’s performance away from home has been fairly steady over the last 30 matches: 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses as the visitors, compared to 6 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses at home. In their last 7 home fixtures in the league, Criciúma has secured 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, amassing 11 points from 21 possible. Defensively, they’ve conceded to opponents in 7 of the last 10 matches, revealing some frailties at the back, but their attack has been lively, scoring in 7 of those encounters. Notably, they have never managed to turn a result around in the 4 matches where they conceded the first goal in this competition. In their last 20 home matches across all competitions, they lost 7 out of 19 goals scored during the closing moments (76’–90′).
Having not lost in four matches during this challenging Serie B stretch, Criciúma has built a momentum with three consecutive wins, underlining their competitive edge on the pitch. By sticking to strategies that have yielded success, they boost their prospects of another convincing result in front of their supporters at Heriberto Hülse, particularly against Avaí.
Team analysis: Avaí
Currently placed 6th with 5 wins, 5 draws, and 3 losses, the visiting team has 20 points. Their last outing saw them suffer a 1-2 defeat at home to Athletico PR, after a prior away draw against Volta Redonda (1-1). Avaí’s performance is notably impacted by home advantages; they’ve recorded 3 wins, 8 draws, and 4 losses as visitors in their last 30 matches, scoring 17 goals but conceding 15. Conversely, they have secured 8 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses at home, netting 21 goals and allowing just 11. In their last 6 league fixtures, Avaí has only achieved 1 win, alongside 3 draws and 2 losses, gathering 6 points from 18 potential.
In this competition, they are yet to claim a victory in their last 4 away games. Their attack has found the net in 9 of their last 10 matches, marking a stable scoring trend. However, they have never managed to overturn the scoreline in the 4 instances where they conceded first in this competition. Over their last 20 away matches, they scored 8 of their 19 goals during the final minutes (76’–90′).
Avaí is aware that facing Criciúma at Heriberto Hülse is a challenging undertaking. Following their home defeat to Athletico-PR, they will need to avoid repeating the mistakes that marred that encounter. Addressing their shortcomings and showcasing a more robust performance over the full 90 minutes will be pivotal if they aim to return home with at least a point.
The best prediction for Criciúma vs Avaí
Criciúma to win
