Cuiabá vs Coritiba Prediction: Cuiaba Confident for Winning at Home

With Cuiaba taking on Coritiba in the upcoming fixture of Brazil Serie A, we can expect a well balanced contest, even though the win predictor suggests Cuiaba are likely to win. The match is scheduled to be played at Arena Pantanal in Cuiaba. According to the points table standings, Cuiaba stands 16th with 9 wins and 38 points from 37 games played, whereas Coritiba stands 15th with 12 wins and 42 points. The last time these two sides played, Coritiba won 1-0.

Going in the game, Cuiaba is coming off a defeat against Atletico MG (3-0), in which no such intent was shown by Cuiaba. Before that, Cuiaba played out of their shoes to secure a draw against Palmeiras (1-1). At the moment, Cuiaba is progressing with a goal scoring average of 0.8 goals per game and has scored 5 goals in the last 5 games played. For Cuiaba, Walter is ranked 2 in saves per match in the competition (3.9). In the upcoming game, Uendel and Pepe will be unavailable due to injuries.

Going in the game, Coritiba is coming off a draw against Corinthians (2-2), in which Alef Manga scored two goals. Coritiba is likely to continue with a 4-1-4-1 formation and Matheus leading the attack. For the upcoming game, much will depend on the likes of Manga and Regis. With a goal scoring average of 1 goal per game, Coritiba will look to bounce back hard at the hosts and win. Alef Manga has the most shots on target per match for Coritiba (1.2).

Going in the game, it seems as if the two sides share equal resources and skills. The game total is expected to be over 2.5 goals and both sides to score. I will back Coritiba to win in the lateral stages of the match.

• Coritiba to Win for 3.78
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.29
• Correct Score 1-2 for 13.00