Atlético Goianiense vs Vitória Prediction: Fight for survival

Atlético Goianiense and Vitória, both in the relegation zone, will face each other in a game seen almost as a final, as the Brasileirão enters its final third and points are becoming more precious. The Goiânia side is in 20th and last place with 18 points and needs desperately to win. The visitors aren't relaxed either, as they're two places above with 22 points.

After two straight wins that restored the players' confidence, the Dragon traveled to Belo Horizonte to face Cruzeiro. However, the game didn't begin well for the Goianos, who conceded a goal from the penalty spot after 9 minutes. The shaky start unsettled Atlético, and after 25 minutes, it was already 2-0 down. However, Costa Rican Joel Campbell reduced the deficit in the 33rd minute, and the result was open again. A reaction was expected in the second half, but Atlético Goianiense conceded again in the 56th minute, and Cruzeiro made it 3-1 to seal the result. After some defensive improvement in the previous games, Atlético again struggled at the back.

The Barra's Lion lost 1-0 at home to Vasco da Gama, extending its winless streak to four games. The Baianos shot 21 times, but only five were on target, while Vasco had nine shots, with six going in the right direction and one resulting in a goal. In Round 20, Vitória achieved one of the most surprising outcomes of the year in Brazil, beating Palmeiras 2-0 at the Allianz Parque. With such an impressive win, it looked like the Salvador side would be capable of leaving the danger zone, but that didn't happen. Vitória can't afford to lose against the last-placed team in the upcoming match, as that would be a very discouraging result.

It will probably be a hard-fought and nerve-wracking game, with both teams needing to get the three points. Playing at home, the Goianos may have a better chance of winning, although they can't be considered clear favorites. I'm betting on a Double Chance for Atlético Goianiense, with at least two goals scored in the match.