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Brazilian Serie A: Corinthians vs Criciuma
Kickoff Time: 2024-07-17 08:00(HKT)
Source: USA TODAY Sports/Amanda Perobelli
Corinthians lost 0-2 to Vasco da Gama in their last away game, and suffered two consecutive league defeats. Corinthians’ away performance has consistently been mediocre. However, their home performance has been quite good, allowing them to establish a good position in the League. In the seven home games played so far, Corinthians have secured two wins, four draws, and one loss. Their only defeat came against league leader Botafogo, highlighting their strong home momentum. Additionally, Corinthians’ offensive and defensive performance at home is significantly better than in away games, scoring nine goals and conceding six in seven home games. While these numbers may not be outstanding, they are comparatively good when compared to their away performance. With their strong home momentum, Corinthians have a key advantage when it comes to scoring.
Crisciuma are a newly promoted team in Brazilian Serie A this season, and their overall performance can be considered satisfactory. In the last round of the league, they drew 1-1 at home with Fluminense. They have achieved one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five games, reflecting a mediocre form. It is worth noting that, like most Brazilian teams, Crisciuma struggle when playing away matches. In their last five away games, they have only managed one win and suffered four losses, indicating a dismal away performance. Based on their recent form, Crisciuma’s state has been inconsistent, and their open style of play has exposed defensive issues, resulting in the loss of several points.
Both teams have similar overall strength and league rankings, and their forms are equally diverse. However, Corinthians’ strength lies in their home advantage, which may prove difficult for Crisciuma to overcome given their weak away performance. Taking everything into consideration, it is reasonable to be optimistic that Corinthians, who excel at home, can secure all three points in this match.
Corinthians’s Last 5 Games: LLWLD
24-07-11 Vasco da Gama 2-0 Corinthians
24-07-07 Cruzeiro 3-0 Corinthians
24-07-05 Corinthians 3-2 Vitoria
24-07-02 Palmeiras 2-0 Corinthians
24-06-27 Corinthians 1-1 Cuiaba
Criciuma’s Last 5 Games: DLWDL
24-07-12 Criciuma 1-1 Fluminense
24-07-08 Vitoria 2-1 Criciuma
24-07-04 Criciuma 1-0 Cruzeiro
24-07-01 Criciuma 1-1 Internacional
24-06-08 Sao Paulo 2-1 Criciuma
Head To Head Record:
14-12-07 Corinthians 2-1 Criciuma
14-09-08 Criciuma 0-0 Corinthians
13-10-20 Corinthians 1-0 Criciuma
13-08-05 Criciuma 0-2 Corinthians
08-11-09 Criciuma 0-2 Corinthians
Prediction: Corinthians to win