Juventude vs São Paulo Prediction: The Paulistas want to bring home the three points

Juventude hosts São Paulo in Brasilia in a Round 18 match. Internacional unexpectedly appointed Juventude's coach. Shortly after, the Gaúchos announced Jair Ventura as their new coach. Coach changes are endless in the Brasileirão, and São Paulo can take advantage of this situation. The Paulistas are in fourth place and will want to win to move higher in the table.

Roger Machado did an excellent work at Juventude, and his departure could affect the team's performance. Jair Ventura is also a competent coach, who was at Atlético Goianiense this year with acceptable results. The management of the Goiânia club decided to sack Ventura, to the amazement of the fans, as the Dragon was playing well. Juventude's new coach now has the difficult task of replacing a successful predecessor. The Gaúchos have a tricky game ahead of them as São Paulo is a strong team, and the recent events have caused instability. On top of that, the match is on a neutral ground.

The Tricolor Paulista is having a consistent season and picked up another win in the last round. São Paulo beat Grêmio 1-0 at home with a goal from Lucas Moura after 10 minutes. Zubeldía's team finished the game with ten players and much suffering. Grêmio tried everything to get an equalizer, and São Paulo had to defend with all its players to secure the victory. It was important to win to overcome the away defeat to Atlético Mineiro.

Juventude is having a good campaign, but Roger Machado's departure could be a turning point in the season. The team has good players but, above all, a strong collective. With the arrival of a new coach, something will likely change, but it's too early to tell. The Gaúchos host São Paulo in Brasilia and will face a motivated opponent. The Tricolor Paulista is an ambitious side led by a promising coach. The Paulistas are in fourth place but want more. I'm backing São Paulo to win.