Fortaleza vs Sao Paulo – Match Preview

Fortaleza is set to welcome Sao Paulo for a crucial Serie A Round 20 match. The game is scheduled for Saturday, July 28th, at the Castelao Stadium. It will start at 00:30 GMT. Fortaleza, currently in 4th place with 33 points, slightly leads Sao Paulo, who is in 6th place with 32 points from 19 games. This match is critical for both teams as they aim to climb higher in the standings. With the tournament reaching a critical phase, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Bookmakers predict a close match, promising an intense showdown under the Castelao lights.

Fortaleza – Form

Fortaleza has shown resilience in Serie A, with a recent 1:1 draw against Criciuma. Juan Martin Lucero scored the equalizer in this match. Before this, they celebrated a 3:1 victory over Vitoria. Breno Lopes and Tomas Pochettino were among the scorers. Their winning streak continued with a 1:2 victory against Flamengo. Lucero scored a crucial goal in this match too. These performances show Fortaleza’s consistent form and ability to score.

Sao Paulo – Form

Sao Paulo’s performance has been varied recently. They secured a 2-2 draw against Botafogo RJ on July 24th. Lucas Moura and Ferreira scored the goals. A 0-0 draw followed this with Juventude on July 21st. Before that, they claimed a 1-0 victory over Gremio. These results show Sao Paulo maintaining their form, meeting bookmakers’ expectations.

Fortaleza – Sao Paulo – Head to Head

The last match between Fortaleza and Sao Paulo was on April 14, 2024. Fortaleza won 2-1 in this Serie A game. In their last 10 meetings, Fortaleza has won 5 times. Sao Paulo has won once, and 4 matches ended in draws. This shows Fortaleza’s dominance in recent matchups. In the last five head-to-head matches, both teams scored in two games. Noteworthy is Fortaleza’s 9-match unbeaten streak against Sao Paulo. They have also scored in 11 of the last 12 encounters. The last 6 matches between these teams saw fewer than 3.5 goals. Fortaleza has drawn their last 3 home matches against Sao Paulo.

Fortaleza – Sao Paulo – Standings

As the Serie A season progresses, Fortaleza is in 4th place with 33 points from 18 matches. They have scored 23 times and conceded 18 goals. Sao Paulo is close behind in 6th place, with 32 points from 19 matches. This match is crucial for both teams as they aim for higher positions in the table.

Fortaleza vs Sao Paulo – Top scorers

Fortaleza’s top scorer, Juan Martin Lucero, has 8 goals this season. Tomas Pochettino and Breno Lopes have also been key, with 3 and 2 goals respectively. Defenders Bruno Pacheco and Tinga each added a goal. On the other side, Luciano Neves leads Sao Paulo with 6 goals. Lucas Moura and Ferreira each have 5 goals. Jonathan Calleri and midfielder Andre have also contributed with 4 and 3 goals respectively. This match promises to be an exciting clash of attacking talents.

Fortaleza vs Sao Paulo – Full-Time Betting

Fortaleza is the slight favorite with odds of 2.25 for a win. A draw is at 3.20, and a Sao Paulo victory is at 3.40. Fortaleza’s 9 consecutive home wins and their position in the league give them an edge. However, Sao Paulo’s strong away performance could make this match very competitive. The absence of Lucas Moura for Sao Paulo could impact the game, but Fortaleza’s suspensions might balance things out.

The “halftime-fulltime” market has Fortaleza leading at halftime and winning at full-time at odds of 3.00. The “draw-no-bet” market for Fortaleza is at 1.571. The “double-chance” market for a Fortaleza win or draw is at 1.30, suitable for cautious bettors.

Fortaleza vs Sao Paulo – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are at 2.30, while “Under 2.5” goals are at 1.60. The last 6 matches between these teams saw fewer than 3.5 goals. Fortaleza’s defense has been strong, conceding only 18 goals in 18 matches. Sao Paulo has scored 28 goals in 19 games. The “Under 2.5” at 1.60 could be appealing for those expecting a low-scoring match. However, the “Over 2.5” odds might attract bettors expecting a break from the recent trend.

Fortaleza vs Sao Paulo – BTTS Betting

The BTTS odds are 2.00 for ‘Yes’ and 1.75 for ‘No’. In 5 of the last 6 home matches between these teams, both teams scored. Fortaleza’s consistent scoring at home supports the ‘Yes’ option. Sao Paulo has also been reliable in scoring away from home. With both teams showing scoring capabilities, ‘BTTS: Yes’ at 2.00 is likely for bettors in the BTTS market.

Fortaleza vs Sao Paulo – Prediction