Criciúma vs Athletico Paranaense Prediction, Lineups & Odds

Athletico Should Be Able to Cover the Line

Athletico Paranaense look a nice wager to topple Criciúma and we can take them at 1.82 with a +0.25 goal headstart on the Asian Handicap. This means dividing our stake equally between 0 and +0.5 in the hope of a payout.

Athletico 3-1 Winners in Last H2H Battle

Criciúma have lost consecutive games. Away from home, they recently lost 5-0 against Palmeiras. The Tigers had 46% possession and totalled five shots on target.

Athletico Paranaense drew their previous game which was at home. The action ended 1-1 against Fortaleza. Martin Varini's team had 51% of possession and eight shots on goal, while Agustin Canobbio was the only player to find the net.

The scoreline was 3-1 in favour of Athletico when they last played Criciúma.

3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 4.8 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts. Criciúma have had 45.9% possession, 386.0 passes and 5.8 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.6 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 12.1 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 5.9 corners.

Top goalscorer Yannick Bolasie has found the net 4 times, with Arthur Caike, Marcelo Hermes, Higor Meritao and Wilker Angel scoring 1 each. Marcelo Hermes has recorded the most assists with 2.

Athletico have won 2, lost 6 and drawn 2, with an average of 1.0 goals from 12.7 attempts and 5.9 shots on goal. The Hurricane average 54.2% possession, 504.7 passes, 7.5 corners awarded and 4.5 corners against them, while conceding 1.7 goals from 9.6 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal.

Lucas Di Yorio has scored 3 goals, followed by Agustin Canobbio and Julimar on 2. Tomas Cuello is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 2.

Confirmed Lineups

Criciúma confirmed lineup (4-5-1): Gustavo (GK), Dudu, Rodrigo Fagundes, Tobias Figueiredo, Marcelo Hermes, Newton, Barreto, Allano, Matheusinho, Fellipe Mateus, Yannick Bolasie.

Athletico Paranaense confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Mycael (GK), Madson, Kaique Rocha, Thiago Heleno, Lucas Esquivel, Gabriel, Joao Cruz, Bruno Praxedes, Tomas Cuello, Lucas Di Yorio, Julimar.

Expert Serie A Analysis

The team news that filters through can have a knock-on effect as far as the odds are concerned. We use this information along with the form guide, while the latest stats are also taken into consideration.

Key Criciúma vs Athletico Paranaense league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Athletico PR in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Athletico PR in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Criciúma in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Criciúma in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Criciúma in 2 consecutive games.

Criciúma vs Athletico Paranaense Prediction

We’ll divide our stake by wagering Athletico Paranaense +0.25 at odds of 1.82 for this Asian Handicap wager. We’re expecting to see a quality performance from the away team in this Serie A showdown.

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Athletico +0.25 Probability

The betting sites are estimating that there is a 54.9% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Based on our experts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

Our Pick

Athletico PR Asian Hcp +0.25 @ 1.82 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Criciúma 0 - 1 Athletico

We’ve picked out a correct score of 1-0 being landed by Athletico. You can secure odds of 6.40 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.

Match Odds: Criciúma vs Athletico Paranaense

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Team News

Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Criciúma vs Athletico team news.

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