Atletico MG vs Ceara Prediction: Ceara Under the Pump

To the surprise of many, Atletico MG has able to achieve significant progress and elevated itself in the top 8 standings. For the upcoming fixture of the Brazil Serie A, Round 31, Atletico MG will take on Ceara at the Mineirao, Belo, Horizonte. Going in the game, Atletico MG stands 7th with 12 wins and 46 points from 30 games played. On the other hand, Ceara stands 15th with 6 wins and 32 points in the Serie A so far. When the last time these two sides played against each other the game ended in a draw (0-0) and the same is expected from the upcoming fixture. 

Going in the game Atletico MG is coming off wins against Santos FC (1-2) and Fluminense (2-0). In the previous game, Hulk and Ignacio Fernandez outstanding as they didn’t miss out on any goal-scoring chance. Atletico MG is likely to continue playing with a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Hulk and Zaracho contributing to the attack. With a goal-scoring average of 1.3 goals per game, Atletico MG will look to stay ahead of Ceara and win. Atletico MG will be missing out Everson due to suspension.

• Hulk
• Ignacio Fernandez
• Jair

After winning over Santos, Ceara hasn’t gained much valued match experience as they lost to Sao Paulo (0-2), Coritiba (1-0), and America MG (1-2). In the game against Goias, Stiven Mendoza scored the only goal for his side which was entirely important considering the final result of the game. With a goal scoring average of 0.9 goals per game, Ceara might be a little under the pump. Ceara won’t have the services of Vinicius due to suspension in the previous game.

• Bruno Pacheco
• Stiven Mendoza

Going in the game, Atletico MG will be the favorite to win and score over 2 goals. The expected scoreline is expected to be 2-1 and both teams to score.

• Atletico MG to Win for 1.40
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.628
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.87