Bangu Atlético Clube vs Madureira RJ Prediction: Can Bangu Deliver Better While Playing at Home?

In the upcoming fixture of Campeonato Carioca Série A, Matchday 7, Bangu will be up against Madureira RJ at the Estádio Moça Bonita in Rio de Janeiro. Going in the contest, Bangu stands 5th with 2 wins and 9 points, whereas Madureira RJ stands 8th with just a win and 6 points in the competition so far. With the final phase around the corner, Bangu will look to stay a little more consistent and qualify for the semi-finals. The last time these two sides played was in March 2021, and Madureira won (1-0). Continue reading to get more insights and head-to-head statistics about the two. 

Bangu and Madureira RJ have played 16 matches against each other. Six games have ended in a draw, whereas Bangu leads the head-to-head win count (6-4). The last two matches have also ended in a draw, and the game total was also under 2.5 goals. Hence for the upcoming match, we can expect a low scoring contest.

Going in the matchup, Bangu is coming off a draw against Audax Rio EC (0-0) and before that a defeat against Nova Iguacu (1-0). Bangu has played better at home, as it has stood unbeaten in 6 of its last 7 games at home. Moreover, the total match score has also stayed under 2.5 in which Bangu was seen in action. In the 14 games played against Madureira RJ, Bangu has scored 17 goals at an average of 1.06 goals per game. At home, Bangu averages 1.50 goals per game, whereas its conceding rate is just 1.00 goals. With these stats, Bangu can certainly register a comfortable win over Madureira.

After losing two consecutive games, Madureira finally found its footing in the competition, as it swept a win over Boavista (0-2) and tied the game against Portuguesa (1-1). For Madureira, Henrique scored the important equalizer in the 67th minute of play. Moving forward towards the upcoming away fixture. Madureira has a conceding average of just 0.67 goals per game in away fixtures. If Madureira manages to defend against Bangu, it will be an important turning point for them. Secondly, Madureira even has a goal scoring average of just 1.06 goals per game against Bangu. 

Analyzing the key statistics of the two sides and the previous head-to-head record, Madureira and Bangu are likely to produce a game total of under 2.5 goals. I will back the home side to win or the game to end in a draw. The conceding average of Madureira in away games is pretty economical, which is what Bangu is likely to score a goal only.

• Full Time Result - Bangu to Win for 2.37
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.61
• Correct Score 1-0 for 5