Atletico Goianiense - Gremio predictions and free betting tips [26/06/2024]

On Thursday, 27 June, in the 12th round of the Brazilian Serie A, Atlético Goianiense will host Grêmio. The Tricolour have suffered six consecutive defeats in the league and are firmly in the relegation zone, while the hosts are only three points above and equally at risk of dropping down.

Stadium

The match will take place in Goiania at the Antônio Accioly Stadium. 

Atlético Goianiense

Atlético Goianiense find themselves in a tough spot: over the last five rounds, the hosts have only managed one victory – a 1-2 win over struggling Fluminense. This victory ended a two-match winless streak, including a fiasco against Juventude (1-0) and a 2-2 draw with Corinthians. Last weekend, the red-black-whites couldn't find the net against Cuiabá, ending in a goalless draw (0-0), which followed a defeat to Criciúma (1-2).

In the Serie A standings, Atlético are hovering near the relegation zone with only 9 points. This season, Anderson Gomes’ side has been underperforming at home, failing to win in their last five home games, gathering just one point out of a possible 15.However, the team has scored 11 goals in their last seven matches across all competitions, which is an encouraging sign for the fans. 

Grêmio

The two-time Brazilian champions Grêmio, an iconic name in Brazilian football, have been in crisis for some years now. The visitors sit in 19th place with six points, the same as bottom-dwellers Fluminense. In recent weeks, the Porto Alegre outfit has struggled immensely, suffering six consecutive defeats. Their latest setback was against Internacional (0-1) last weekend, just two days after a 1-0 defeat to Fortaleza – 21-year-old defender Gustavo Martins scored in the 64th minute after a scoreless first half.

Renato Portaluppi's side has only scored six goals this season – the worst tally in the division. However, they’ve also conceded just 11 goals, fewer than any other team in the lower half of the table. It’s hardly surprising that Grêmio has earned zero points in their four away matches. 

Head-to-Head

The last time these teams met was in October 2021, when Atlético secured a 2-0 victory. 

Prediction for Atlético Goianiense vs Grêmio

Both teams have been in crisis lately, making this match crucial in the battle for survival. Grêmio haven't earned an away point this campaign and are weakened by squad absences, while Atlético Goianiense have lost just once in their last four rounds. Home support should boost the hosts, so I'm backing a victory for the red-and-whites with a 0 handicap. 

Total Goals Prediction

Both teams score less than a goal per game this campaign and are unlikely to thrill the fans with a goal fest. I’m going for a total under 2.5 goals. 

Corners Prediction

Atlético will be at home and will have to take the initiative and attack more. I’m backing the hosts to win on corners. 

Yellow Cards Prediction

Both teams understand the importance of a positive result in this head-to-head encounter and will leave it all on the pitch. I'm backing a total of over 5.5 yellow cards. 

Score Prediction

I'm predicting a 1-0 victory for Atlético Goianiense.