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Brazilian Serie A: Athletico Paranaense vs Criciuma
Kickoff Time: 2024-06-14 07:00(HKT)
Source: REUTERS/Ricardo Moraes
In the previous league match, Athletico Paranaense suffered a 0-1 loss to Fortaleza in an away game. Their form has declined. From a statistical standpoint, Paranaense have achieved four wins, one draw, and two losses in seven league rounds. During this period, they scored nine goals and conceded four. Overall, their performance has been quite good. It is worth noting that Paranaense excel in home games but struggle in away matches. They have maintained a winning record in three home games so far, without conceding a single goal. However, in the four away games played in the League, they have only managed one win, one draw, and two losses. This stark difference reveals their contrasting performances at home and away.
Cruciuma are newly promoted in the Brazilian Serie A this season, and their overall strength is limited. In their last league match, Cruciuma suffered a 2-5 defeat at home against Cuiaba. They have now endured four consecutive losses in all competitions and are in a sluggish state. From a statistical perspective, after five league rounds, they have only achieved one win, two draws, and two losses. During this period, they scored nine goals and conceded also nine. Their overall performance has been quite average. It’s worth mentioning that Cruciuma have had a very congested schedule recently, with significantly less rest time compared to their opponents, Paranaense, in this round. Therefore, their physical reserves are noticeably disadvantaged.
Although both teams have been under-performing recently, Paranaense clearly stronger than Cruciuma in terms of overall strength. Additionally, Paranaense have a strong home record and hold a clear advantage in head-to-head matchups. Considering these factors, Athletico Paranaense, with the home-field advantage in this game, are expected to secure all three points and get back on the winning track.
Athletico Paranaense’s Last 5 Games: LWLWW
24-06-03 Fortaleza 1-0 Athletico Paranaense
24-05-31 Sportivo Ameliano 0-1 Athletico Paranaense
24-05-16 Athletico Paranaense 1-2 Danubio
24-05-13 Palmeiras 0-2 Athletico Paranaense
24-05-09 Rayo Zuliano 1-5 Athletico Paranaense
Criciuma’s Last 5 Games: LLLLW
24-06-10 Criciuma 2-5 Cuiaba
24-06-03 Criciuma 1-2 Palmeiras
24-05-24 Criciuma 0-2 Bahia
24-05-01 Bahia 1-0 Criciuma
24-04-28 Vasco da Gama 0-4 Criciuma
Head To Head Record:
16-02-25 Athletico Paranaense 1-0 Cruciuma
14-10-23 Cruciuma 0-1 Athletico Paranaense
14-07-21 Athletico Paranaense 2-0 Cruciuma
13-11-14 Cruciuma 2-1 Athletico Paranaense
13-08-19 Athletico Paranaense 2-1 Cruciuma
Prediction: Athletico Paranaense to win