Fortaleza vs Corinthians: Will Fortaleza Avoid the Z-4 Zone?
As the Brazilian Serie A approaches the climax of the season, Fortaleza faces a crucial clash against Corinthians. This match is vital for Fortaleza as they fight to avoid relegation, currently placed in the Z-4 zone.
Fortaleza: Seeking Survival
Fortaleza has displayed an impressive turnaround in recent weeks, remaining unbeaten in five matches. Their recent performance includes three victories and two draws, showcasing significant resilience.
- Recent Form: DDWWW
- League Position: 18th
- Season Record: 10 wins, 10 draws, 16 losses
- Home Record: 6 wins, 3 draws, 8 losses
- Goals Scored: 39
- Goals Conceded: 53
Under head coach Martin Palermo, the team recently achieved victories against Bahia (3-2) and Atlético Mineiro (1-0). However, they face injuries with players like Lucca, Marinho, and Joao Ricardo ruled out for the match.
Predicted Lineup
Fortaleza is expected to take the field in a 4-3-2-1 formation, featuring:
- Brenno
- Barbosa, Avila, E. Britez, E. Mancuso
- Pochettino, Sasha, Pierre
- Lopes, Barrero, Herrera
Corinthians: Solid but Stagnant
Corinthians currently sit at the tenth position in the league standings, with 12 wins, 10 draws, and 14 losses. Despite their comfortable spot, they struggled in their previous clashes, unable to secure more than one victory in the last five matches.
- Recent Form: LLWLD
- League Position: 10th
- Away Record: 4 wins, 5 draws, 9 losses
- Goals Scored: 40
- Goals Conceded: 44
Corinthians will be without key player Memphis Depay due to a knee injury and Jose, who is serving a suspension. They have struggled in away games recently, making this match challenging.
Predicted Lineup
Corinthians may opt for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with the following players:
- Hugo Souza
- Angileri, Henrique, Pedro, Ramalho
- Bidon, Luiz
- Carillo, Garro, Negao, Dieguinho
Head-to-Head Statistics
In the last ten encounters between Fortaleza and Corinthians, the teams are evenly matched:
- Fortaleza Wins: 4
- Draws: 4
- Corinthians Wins: 2
Match Predictions and Betting Trends
The match is anticipated to be tight, with several betting trends to consider. Fortaleza’s recent home form suggests they can score, while Corinthians has struggled on the road.
- Bet on Fortaleza to score: 1.18 odds
- Potential for a Fortaleza win: 1.83 odds
- Under 2.5 goals: 1.65 odds
- Correct score prediction (1:0): 6.00 odds
As Fortaleza battles to escape relegation, this clash against Corinthians is pivotal. Both teams will be eager to secure vital points as the season approaches its culmination.
