Santos FC vs Club Atletico Mineiro Prediction: Can Atletico Mineiro Rise Few Spots and Finish in the Libertadores Qualification Stage?

With the final matchday getting closer, we can expect teams to exhibit their best of best performances in the ongoing Brazil Serie A competition. Santos FC will take on Atletico Mineiro in the upcoming fixture at the Urbano Caldeira Stadium in Santos, Brazil. According to the table standings of now, Santos FC stands 11th with 9 wins and 37 points, and Atletico Mineiro is placed at the 7th spot with 11 wins and 43 points. The game is expected to be quite interesting as both teams are missing out on major players due to injuries and suspensions. When the last time these two sides played against each other, the game ended in a draw (1-1). 

Santos FC - Coming off a Defeat Against Internacional (LWLLL)

Going in the game, Santos FC is coming off a close defeat against Internacional (1-0), which could have ended in a draw at least. Before that, Santos FC managed to win over Athletico Paranaense (2-0), in which Laun scored early in the peace, and the own goal towards the end paved the path for the home side. With Santos playing a formation of 4-4-2, much will depend on how they manage without Guilherme Camacho. With a goal-scoring average of 1.1 per game, Santos FC will commit fully to the task and try to win at home.

Key Players for Santos FC

• Leo Baptistao
• Vinicius Zanocelo
• Jhojan Julio

Atletico Mineiro - Coming off a Win Against Fluminense (WLLDW)

Going in the game against the home favorites, Santos, Atletico Mineiro is coming off a win against Fluminense (2-0). After winning over Fluminense, Mineiro will be feeling much more relaxed than before; however, there’s much more significant to achieve. With a goal-scoring average of 1.2 goals per game, Mineiro will look to pace itself according to the game’s requirement and secure a decent win. Mineiro will be missing out Keno due to suspension and Rubens due to viral fever.

Key Players for Atletico Mineiro

• Guilherme Arana
• Hulk
• Ignacio Fernandez

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, Atletico Mineiro will be the favorite to win; however, we can also expect a draw if both sides manage to score at 1-1. The game’s final result is likely to be decided in the lateral stages of the game, as both sides are likely to play on the back foot.

• Atletico Mineiro to Win for 2.37
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.648
• Club Atletico Mineiro Or X for 1.38