Juventude vs Vitória Prediction: Expect a balanced game

These two clubs aim to avoid relegation like half of the teams in the Brasileirão. The battle for points is about to begin, and both Juventude and Vitória want to start on the right foot. However, the outlook is not very encouraging, as both teams were eliminated from the Copa do Brasil by modest opponents playing in lower divisions.

Juventude

With many changes in the squad, the Caxias do Sul club's mission this season is not an easy one. Juventude continues to be coached by Fábio Matias, who managed to save the club from relegation last year. Still, the departure of several key players raises doubts about the quality of the team. Lucas Barbosa, the Papo's standout performer last season, was on loan from Santos but ended up being signed this season by Bragantino. In the Campeonato Gaúcho, Juventude was eliminated by Grêmio in the semi-finals on penalties.

Vitória

Last season, the Lion returned to the Série A after being promoted from the second division and exceeded expectations by qualifying for the Copa Sudamericana. Some difficulties are therefore expected for Vitória in the initial phase of the league, as it will have to play at least six international matches while also fighting in the competitive Brasilian league. Thiago Carpini will have to manage the players' efforts wisely, as Vitória's schedule will be more intense than its direct opponents in the relegation battle. Wellington Rato was the Salvador club's major signing, but the departures of captain Wagner Leonardo to Grêmio and Alerrandro to CSKA Moscow are a cause for concern. In the Campeonato Baiano, Vitória lost to Bahia in the final, failing to retain the title it conquered last year.

History of Head-to-Heads

Serie A 2025

30.03.25

Juventude

2 - 0

Vitoria

Serie A 2024

21.09.24

Vitoria

1 - 0

Juventude

Serie A 2024

12.06.24

Juventude

1 - 1

Vitoria

Serie B 2023

30.10.23

Vitoria

0 - 0

Juventude

Serie B 2023

02.07.23

Juventude

1 - 0

Vitoria

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Expert Betting Tips

Juventude and Vitória will probably be direct opponents in the relegation battle, so both teams must approach this game with great commitment. There are no substantial differences in quality between the two sides, so it should be a tight match. I'm betting on a Double Chance in favor of the home team with a maximum of three goals scored in the game, which leaves the possibility of a draw open.