Atletico Goianiense - Corinthians predictions and free betting tips [11/06/2024]

Today in the framework of the 8th round of the Brazilian Serie A, Atlético Goianiense will host Corinthians. Both teams had a disastrous start to the season, securing only one victory each, resulting in a perilous proximity to the relegation zone, and are in dire need of points.

Atlético Goianiense

Never crowned as champions of Brazil, Atlético Goianiense is far from breaking this unfortunate streak this campaign: the hosts have only garnered 4 points from 7 rounds. Fortunately, their sole victory this season was against an even more crisis-stricken Vitória (0-2) thanks to goals from Wagner Love and Gabriel Baralhas. Following this win, the Red-Blacks fell to Juventude 1-0 last week, despite João Lucas being sent off in the 90th minute. Nevertheless, the Dragons made it to the Round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil by defeating the second-division team Brusque 5-2. Fans must be concerned that Jair Ventura's men have scored only four goals in seven league matches, two of which came against Vitória, highlighting evident problems.

It is important to note that Atlético has not secured a single point at home in the current national campaign (goal difference 1:6). As a result, the Goiânia-based club occupies the third-to-last spot in the standings, one point adrift of the safety of 16th place. Three players are likely to miss the upcoming fixture due to injuries: defender Tubarão, forward González, and midfielder Campagnaro (on loan from Internacional). Shylon, who scored 4 goals and provided 7 assists last season, is expected to start, as is the 39-year-old Brazilian forward Wagner Love (11 goals and 4 assists last season). Roldni will orchestrate play in midfield, while Martins and Alex will form the central defensive partnership.

Corinthians

Corinthians are also not in high spirits, as the famed club has accumulated just 5 points at the start of the campaign and sit in the relegation zone at 17th place. The 7-time Brazilian champions currently deserve no better, having suffered consecutive losses to Botafogo (0-1) and Flamengo (2-0). Meanwhile, the team took part in the group stage of the Copa Sudamericana (South America's equivalent of the Europa League), securing 2 victories in the last two rounds against Argentina's Argentinos Juniors (4-0) and Uruguay's Racing Montevideo (3-0). This allowed the Red-Whites to top their group and advance to the playoffs, while in the Copa do Brasil, they defeated América-RN 4-2 on aggregate to also move into the Round of 16. It is worth noting that Corinthians have scored just three goals in the league, an absolutely dire statistic among all Serie A clubs.  

Adding to their woes, Tony Oliveira's men occupy the last spot in the overall standings for points earned on the road (zero in three away matches, zero goals scored, five conceded). The visitors have five players out injured: midfielders Araujo (1 goal, 2 assists last season), Maicon (2 goals, 3 assists), Palacios (out since late January), Pedro Henrique, and Oliveira (out long-term). On the other hand, 19-year-old crack Wesley (2 goals), Yuri Alberto (5 goals in the Sudamericana), and Ángel Romero (2 goals and 3 assists in the Copa Sudamericana) will start, responsible for creativity in attack. Raniele and Bidon will form the holding midfield duo for the Red-Whites, while experienced goalkeeper Miguel will don the gloves.

Head-to-Head Meetings

The teams last met in September 2022, with Corinthians triumphing 2-1 at home. Three out of the last five encounters in Goiânia ended in draws.

Atlético Goianiense vs. Corinthians Prediction

Today's game is crucial for both teams, who desperately need to win to escape the relegation zone. Nevertheless, Corinthians appear to be favourites for the upcoming duel: the team steamrolled their opponents in the Copa Sudamericana, finishing first in their group with 13 out of 18 possible points, and boasts a slightly more skillful squad. Atlético lost three of the last four home matches, so it's reasonable to bet on an away win with a zero handicap.