Cuiabá vs Atlético Goianiense Prediction: Cuiabá made a fantastic comeback in the standings

Who would have thought that Cuiabá would be the one to end the unbeaten run of São Paulo? The Golden Dorado won 1-0 in a surprising but well-deserved result. The Paulistas hadn't lost in 13 games but could not overcome the Cuiabá's excellent organization. Coach Petit was not on the bench due to suspension but is responsible for the Mato-Grossenses' recovery. Five rounds ago, Cuiabá was in last place with zero points and no goals scored. Today, the team is in 13th place with ten points and 12 goals scored. 

After crushing Fortaleza 5-0, Cuiabá traveled to São Paulo to face Zubeldía's fearsome team. The Tricolor hadn't lost since April and was the clear favorite. Few expected the Golden Dorado to win at the MorumBIS, but against all odds, it happened. São Paulo lacked the creativity to break through the wall of Cuiabá players and struggled to stop the visitors' counter-attacks. The Mato-Grossenses looked comfortable throughout the game and ultimately scored in the 82nd minute through Eliel. The team now hosts Atlético Goianiense and will look for another victory to move further away from the relegation zone.

The Dragon lost dramatically at home to Cricúma, a direct competitor in the relegation battle. Atlético was boosted after the big win at the Maracanã against Fluminense and opened the score after just 11 minutes through Romão. In the second half, the visitors took control of the game and equalized in the 60th minute through Newton. In the last minute, The goalkeeper of Atlético Goianiense, Ronaldo, received a red card for a foul outside the area on a Catarinense striker. With no substitutions to make, Luiz Fernando, a forward, went in on goal. Peruvian Trauco outstandingly converted the direct free kick to give Criciúma a precious victory. The Goianos are in 15th place with eight points and will now face motivated Cuiabá. After a brilliant win against Fluminense and an unfortunate defeat against Criciúma, the Dragon's management has decided to terminate the contract of coach Jair Ventura. We shall see how the players react, as it doesn't seem like a very fair decision.

The home team's confidence is sky-high after an incredible recovery in the table, so few believe that Atlético can win at the Arena Pantanal. In the Brasileirão, there are surprising results in practically every round, as happened in São Paulo with Cuiabá winning, so nothing is guaranteed. The sides must always be at the highest level in this tough competition. I'm betting on Cuiabá to win because the team's good form is evident, and the odds are attractive.