The upcoming clash between Corinthians and Criciuma in the Brasileiro Serie A promises to be an exciting encounter.
Here's an in-depth look at the prediction, team form, news, and potential lineups for the match.
Match Preview
Corinthians will host Criciuma at the Neo Quimica Arena on Tuesday, seeking to secure back-to-back home wins for the first time this season.
The visitors, Criciuma, aim to break their winless streak against Corinthians, having failed to win any of their last six meetings since August 2008.
Corinthians: Current Form and Team News
Corinthians have been struggling this season, sitting near the bottom of the Serie A table with only 12 points from 17 games.
Their recent form is worrying, with just one win in their last ten matches, including three defeats in their last four games. Their most recent game saw them fall to a 2-0 defeat against Vasco da Gama.
Despite their poor overall form, Corinthians have been relatively strong at home, losing only one of their last 11 matches at the Neo Quimica Arena, and will be looking to capitalise on this home advantage.
Key Absences
Fagner (defender) - out with a thigh injury since May.
Diego Palacios (defender) - sidelined due to a severe injury since June.
Ruan Oliveira (midfielder) - yet to feature this year due to a prolonged injury.
Criciuma: Current Form and Team News
Criciuma, the Serie A newcomers, have had a mixed start to their campaign. They are currently 14th with 17 points from 14 matches.
Their recent 1-1 draw against Fluminense highlighted their resilience, but their away form remains a concern, with four defeats in their last five matches on the road.
Key Absences
Jonathan Lemos (defender) - has missed the last four matches due to injury.
Felipe Vizeu (forward) - out since June with a thigh injury.
Prediction
Corinthians have a stronger home record and a better historical record against Criciuma.
While their overall form is shaky, they are likely to edge out a win against a Criciuma side that has struggled away from home.
Our Prediction: Corinthians 2-1 Criciuma
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