Atlético Goianiense vs Fluminense Prediction: A final in Goiânia

Both teams are in the relegation zone, so this game is decisive for Atlético and Fluminense. The Goianos are in last place and practically doomed, ten points away from the lifeline. The Fluzão is in 18th place, one point behind Vitória, the first team out of the Z4.

Atlético Goianiense

In the last round, the Dragon lost 3-0 away to Corinthians and suffered its third straight defeat. The Timão is also in the relegation zone, so Atlético lost to a direct opponent. The situation is getting extremely complicated, and only with a winning streak will it be possible to catch the teams immediately above in the standings, as the gap is considerable. Atlético Goianiense has just 18 points, while Cuiabá and Fluminense have 25 and 28 points respectively. For now, there's nothing left for Atlético but to fight for victory and honor the symbol of the jersey.

Fluminense

The Tricolor das Laranjeiras is out of the Copa Libertadores after a 2-0 defeat against Atlético Mineiro in Belo Horizonte. The trophy holders won the first leg 1-0, but in the second leg, the Miners were better and deserved to qualify. Before the first goal, Atlético Mineiro had already hit the post and missed a penalty through Hulk, saved by the veteran Fábio. Deyverson scored both goals in the second half, with the decisive goal coming in the 88th minute, when many expected the tie to be decided on penalties. Menezes' team must now focus on the Brasileirão to escape the difficult situation it finds itself in. Thiago Silva and Marcelo won't be playing in Goiânia, but Fluminense must still beat the worst team in the league.

Expert Betting Tips

Both teams need to win above everything. Avoiding relegation to the Série B seems unlikely, but mathematically, it's still possible for Atlético Goianiense. Fluminense suffered a tough defeat midweek in the Copa Libertadores, but life must go on. Losing in Goiânia would be terrible for the Cariocas, who are still unbelievably in the relegation zone. I'm betting on a Double Chance in favor of Fluminense, with a maximum of three goals scored in the game.