Criciúma vs Atlético MG Predictions

Criciúma vs Atlético MG is scheduled for kick off on 04 August, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Heriberto Hülse, with Jonathan Pinheiro officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Criciúma currently holding the 18th position in the table 9 points behind Atlético MG. Criciúma have won 1 Brazilian Serie A match against Atlético MG out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent loss to Bragantino, Criciúma is determined to redeem themselves. Criciúma have won 5 of their last 19 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Heriberto Hülse. Atlético MG's away record stands at 4 victories from 19 games. Following their 1-0 triumph over Athletico PR, Atlético MG have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Criciúma on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Criciúma have scored over 1.5 goals in 79% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 84% of games. Their total stands at 42 goals and 168 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Atlético MG have scored 47 goals with 167 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 82% of matches but conceded in 76% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Criciúma scored 3 goals while Atlético MG scored 2 goals. Their last match on 03 August 2024 ended in 2-1 to Criciúma.