Juventude vs Cuiaba – Match Preview

The Serie A season is nearing an exciting conclusion. Juventude will welcome Cuiaba to the Alfredo Jaconi Stadium for a crucial Round 35 match on Thursday, November 23rd. The game is set to start at 22:30 GMT. Currently in 15th place, Juventude aims to use their home advantage to extend their 9-point lead over Cuiaba, who are in 19th place and battling relegation. Both teams have not met preseason expectations, making this match critical for their survival in Brazil’s top-flight football. Despite Juventude being the favorites, football’s unpredictable nature means anything could happen.

Juventude – Form

Juventude’s performance in Serie A has been inconsistent. Their last game on November 20 against Gremio ended in a 2:2 draw, surprising many. Before this, they faced a 0:3 defeat at home against Fortaleza. Vieira, Mancuso, and Kuscevic scored the goals. However, they managed a 2:1 win over Bahia before that, with goals from Barbosa and Bill. Their fluctuating performance is a concern as they prepare for the next game.

Cuiaba – Form

Cuiaba’s recent away games have seen few goals, with their last three Serie A matches ending in two draws and a defeat. They lost 1-2 to Flamengo at home on November 20th, a result expected by many. Before this, they secured 0-0 draws against Botafogo RJ and Red Bull Bragantino. These games highlight Cuiaba’s struggle to score, despite facing teams not always favored by bookmakers.

Juventude – Cuiaba – Head to Head

The last time Juventude hosted Cuiaba, on September 5, 2024, the game ended in a goalless draw. In their past 7 meetings, Cuiaba has won 4 times, while Juventude hasn’t won once. The rest ended in draws. The last 5 matches saw both teams score in only 2 games, suggesting a trend towards close, low-scoring matches. Juventude has found it tough against Cuiaba, with recent matches showing a lack of wins and goals.

Juventude – Cuiaba – Standings

With the 35th round approaching, the standings show a tight survival battle. Juventude, with home advantage, is in 15th place with 38 points from 34 matches. They have a goal difference of -12. Cuiaba is in a tougher spot, in 19th place with 29 points. They have scored 26 goals and conceded 43. This match is a chance for both teams to improve their positions as the season ends.

Juventude vs Cuiaba – Top scorers

Juventude’s Lucas Barbosa, with 6 goals, is a key player for this match. Jean and Mandaca, each with 4 goals, and Danilo Boza and Edson Carioca, with 3 goals each, also contribute significantly. For Cuiaba, Isidro Pitta leads with 7 goals. Clayson, with 5 goals, and Derik Lacerda, with 3 goals, are also vital. Ramon has scored twice, and Jonathan Cafu has added one goal to their tally.

Juventude vs Cuiaba – Full-Time Betting

Juventude is favored to win with odds of 2.00. A draw is at 3.30, and a Cuiaba victory at 3.80. Despite Juventude’s advantage and Cuiaba’s league struggles, Cuiaba has a better record in recent meetings. With key players missing on both sides, the match could favor the visitors, based on past encounters. The “halftime-fulltime” and “draw-no-bet” options offer interesting odds for bettors looking for less risk.

Juventude vs Cuiaba – Over/Under Betting

The Over/Under market is set at “Over 2.5” with odds of 2.50 and “Under 2.5” at 1.50. Bettors must consider both teams’ recent form and their head-to-head history. Juventude’s games have varied in goals scored, while Cuiaba tends towards lower-scoring matches. Given their scoring records, a cautious bet might be “Under 2.5” at 1.50, though “Over 2.5” could appeal to those expecting a change in pattern.

Juventude vs Cuiaba – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are 2.20 and for “No” are 1.615. The head-to-head trend shows few matches with goals from both teams. Juventude’s home performance and Cuiaba’s recent away games suggest “BTTS: No” at 1.615 is more probable for this match.

Juventude vs Cuiaba – Prediction