Corinthians vs Internacional – Match Preview

At the Neo Quimica Arena, Corinthians will face Internacional in a crucial Serie A match. This game, part of the 29th round, is set for Friday, October 5th, at 22:00 GMT. Corinthians, currently 17th with 28 points from 28 matches, are looking to escape the relegation zone. Internacional, in 7th place with 45 points from 27 games, aims to secure a higher position. This match is vital for both teams’ aspirations.

Corinthians – Form

Corinthians’ recent performances have been mixed. They faced Flamengo in a Cup match on October 3rd, losing 1:0. This result was expected by bookmakers. However, their Serie A form has been better, with two consecutive home wins. They defeated Fortaleza 3:0 and then Atletico GO by the same score. These victories show Corinthians’ ability to recover and confirm their status as favorites in these matches.

Internacional – Form

Internacional has been resilient on the road, with a knack for scoring. Their last match on September 29th against Red Bull Bragantino ended in a 2-2 draw. Goals came from Rafael Santos Borre and Enner Valencia. This result matched bookmakers’ expectations. Before this, they beat Sao Paulo 3-1 and Cuiaba 3-0. These performances met expectations and showcased their strong form.

Corinthians – Internacional – Head to Head

The last match between Corinthians and Internacional was on June 20, 2024. Internacional won 1:0 in the Serie A competition. In their last 10 meetings, Corinthians won once, and Internacional won twice. The majority, seven games, ended in a draw. In the last five matches, both teams scored in three games. Corinthians have not won in 14 of their last 15 matches against Internacional. They drew 6 of their last 8 games. This suggests a close match is likely in this 29th round Serie A clash.

Corinthians – Internacional – Standings

The standings show a clear contrast between the two teams. Corinthians are 17th, with 28 points from 28 matches. They have struggled to score and defend effectively. Internacional is in 7th place, with 45 points from 27 games. They have a positive goal difference. Internacional is ahead by 18 points and 10 ranks. This gap highlights the difference in their campaigns.

Corinthians vs Internacional – Top scorers

Corinthians’ attack features three forwards who have each scored 5 goals. They are Angel Romero, Rodrigo Garro, and Yuri Alberto. Defender Caca has added 3 goals, and Talles Magno has scored twice. This shows they have various threats on the field.

Internacional’s attack is led by midfielder Wesley, with 7 goals. Striker Rafael Santos Borre has 6 goals. Alan Patrick has contributed 5 goals from midfield. Thiago Maia and Bruno Henrique have each scored twice. This indicates a versatile and dangerous attack.

Corinthians vs Internacional – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers’ odds suggest a close match. They offer 2.35 for a Corinthians win, 3.30 for a draw, and 3.10 for an Internacional win. Internacional’s form and head-to-head record give them a slight edge. However, Corinthians aim to use their home advantage to defy the odds.

Alternative betting markets include “halftime-fulltime” with odds of 3.20 for a Corinthians lead at halftime. The “draw-no-bet” market has odds of 1.667 for Corinthians. The “double-chance” market offers odds of 1.364 for a Corinthians win or draw.

Corinthians vs Internacional – Over/Under Betting

The over/under market is appealing given the teams’ forms. Most past meetings at Corinthians’ home ended with under 3.5 goals. Corinthians have scored 27 and conceded 36 in 28 matches. Internacional has scored 35 and conceded 24 in 27 games. The “Under 2.5” option at odds of 1.53 is a safe bet. However, the “Over 2.5” option at 2.40 offers a higher risk-reward ratio.

Corinthians vs Internacional – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are set at 2.05. This suggests a moderate chance of both teams scoring. Historical matches and recent form support this possibility. Despite Corinthians’ struggles, their ability to score at home against Internacional suggests “BTTS: Yes” could be likely.

Corinthians vs Internacional – Prediction