Criciuma vs Atletico MG – Match Preview

Criciuma is set to host Atletico MG in a crucial Serie A match. This game, part of the 21st round, will take place on Friday, August 3rd, at 23:00 GMT. Criciuma, currently 12th with 21 points, aims to use their home advantage to move up the table. Atletico MG, in 9th place with 28 points, seeks to close the gap with the leaders. Both teams are in the middle of the table but are striving for higher positions. They will compete fiercely for the three points, which are vital for their season goals.

Criciuma – Form

Criciuma’s recent Serie A performances have shown varied results. Their last game on July 27 against Juventude ended in a 2:1 win, surprising many. Yannick Bolasie scored both goals for Criciuma in that match. Before this victory, they drew 1:1 with Fortaleza at home, with Miguel Trauco scoring. Their game before that ended in a 2:1 loss to Flamengo, despite an early goal from Rodrigo Fagundes.

Atletico MG – Form

Atletico MG’s recent performances have also been mixed. Their latest match on July 31, 2024, ended in a 2-2 draw against CRB in the Cup, defying expectations. Before this, they secured two consecutive Serie A wins. They beat Corinthians 2:1, breaking a series of low-scoring games. Following this, they won 2:0 against Vasco da Gama, with Hulk scoring both goals. This victory ended their streak of games where they conceded goals.

Criciuma – Atletico MG – Head to Head

The last game between Criciuma and Atletico MG was on April 17, 2024. It ended in a 1:1 draw in Serie A. In their last 10 meetings, Criciuma has won 3 times, Atletico MG once, and 5 matches ended in draws. This gives Criciuma a slight advantage in their encounters. In 7 of the last 8 games, both teams scored. Criciuma has not lost in 8 of their last 9 matches against Atletico MG. They managed to score in 8 of these games, showing their offensive strength.

Criciuma – Atletico MG – Standings

As the 21st round approaches, Criciuma is in 12th place with 21 points from 18 matches. They have scored 26 goals but conceded 28. Atletico MG is in 9th place with 28 points from the same number of games. They have scored 27 goals and conceded 26. The six-point difference between them suggests a competitive match is ahead. Both teams aim to improve their standings as the season progresses.

Criciuma vs Atletico MG – Top scorers

The home team’s attack is led by Matheusinho, who has scored 5 times this season. Yannick Bolasie and Arthur Caike are also key contributors. Defenders Claudinho and Miguel Trauco have added to the team’s goals. For Atletico MG, Hulk and Paulinho are the top scorers. Eduardo Vargas, Gustavo Scarpa, and Federico Zaracho have also contributed significantly, showing the team’s diverse attacking options.

Criciuma vs Atletico MG – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor an Atletico MG win with odds at 2.30. Criciuma’s victory is valued at 3.00, and a draw at 3.50. Atletico MG’s form and league position make them favorites. However, Criciuma’s strong record in head-to-head matches cannot be ignored. For cautious bettors, options like “halftime-fulltime” and “draw-no-bet” for Criciuma, as well as “double-chance” for a Criciuma win or draw, are worth considering.

Criciuma vs Atletico MG – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals option is priced at 2.15, while “Under 2.5” goals is at 1.667. The history between these teams and their recent form suggest a game with more than 2.5 goals could happen. However, bettors should proceed with caution.

Criciuma vs Atletico MG – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are at 1.95. This reflects the likelihood of both teams scoring. Given their history and current form, this outcome is quite possible for their upcoming match.

Criciuma vs Atletico MG – Prediction