Atlético-MG hosts Fortaleza at Arena MRV at 5:30 pm (ET), looking to improve their record so far in this Brasileirão. The match is crucial for both teams due to their mid-table positions. Check out the betting tips based on value odds for the Atlético Mineiro vs Fortaleza matchup.
Atlético-MG
Atlético-MG plays at home in this match. The team is coming off an away loss to Vitória by a score of 4-2, a result that set off alarm bells for the team from Minas Gerais (Brazil), as their performance has dipped in recent games. Currently, the team sits in 10th place in the Brasileirão standings, with 13 points from 9 games, scoring 14 goals and conceding 13. Atlético Mineiro has a record of 3 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses.
Head Coach Gabriel Milito, 43, predominantly uses a 3-4-2-1 formation. Milito had a strong start with Atlético, but recent performances have declined. Key players on the field include Hulk, Paulinho, and Gustavo Scarpa, who provide significant technical quality to the team's play.
Latest Matches Atlético Mineiro
- Vitória 4 - 2 Atlético-MG
- Atlético-MG 0 - 4 Palmeiras
- Red Bull Bragantino 1 - 2 Atlético-MG
- Atlético-MG 1 - 1 Bahia
- Atlético-MG 4 - 0 Caracas
Fortaleza
Fortaleza is the away team in this match. They are coming off a home win, beating Grêmio 1-0 in the last round of the championship, giving a positive response to their fans after a poor run of three consecutive losses. Currently, the team sits in 12th place in the standings with 13 points from 9 matches, scoring 14 goals and conceding 13. Fortaleza's record in Série A includes 3 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses.
Head Coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda, who has been with the team since May 4, 2021, prefers a 4-2-3-1 tactical formation. On the field, standout player Juan Martín Lucero, the team's center-forward and goal specialist, will not play against Atlético-MG as he serves a suspension.
Latest Matches Fortaleza
- Fortaleza 1 - 0 Grêmio
- Cuiabá 5 - 0 Fortaleza
- Bahia 1 - 0 Fortaleza
- CRB 2 - 1 Fortaleza
- Fortaleza 2 - 0 CRB
Head-to-Head
- 11/01/2023 Atlético-MG 3 - 1 Fortaleza
- 06/24/2023 Fortaleza 2 - 1 Atlético-MG
- 10/24/2022 Fortaleza 0 - 0 Atlético-MG
- 06/25/2022 Atlético-MG 3 - 2 Fortaleza
- 10/27/2021 Fortaleza 1 - 2 Atlético-MG
Atlético-MG vs Fortaleza Prediction and Odds
Value betting on the Over 2.25 Asian Goals market for this match, odds priced at -108 (Bet365 bookmaker).
Atlético Mineiro, also known by their fans as "Galo," is seeking a response after conceding 8 goals in their last 2 games. The team was previously in good form, earning praise from sports journalists and fans alike.
It's evident that the team's performance in the Brazilian championship has not been satisfactory, with the main issue being their defense, which has been leaking goals. One key factor to consider is the return of Hulk to the starting lineup, as he was suspended in the last match. His return is crucial, bringing offensive strength and experience to the team.
On the other hand, we have Fortaleza, champions of this year's Copa do Nordeste. The team suffered two consecutive defeats in the championship against Bahia and Cuiabá, conceding 6 goals in those two matches. They managed to bounce back against Grêmio with a 1-0 victory and now face a tough challenge against Atlético-MG.
Prediction of the Day
The value for bets lies in goals for this game. Atlético will try to impose pressure from the start, potentially scoring early and opening up the game for both sides. Our investment will be on Over 2.25 Asian Goals, with the caveat that if there are only 2 goals, half of our investment will be refunded.
- Prediction: Over 2.25 Asian Goals Odds -108
