As Internacional prepares to face Juventude in the Copa do Brasil, fans are eager to see which team will come out on top.
This article delves into the team forms, news updates, and predictions for the upcoming match.
Team Form and Recent Performances
Internacional
Internacional is currently experiencing a challenging phase. They recently suffered a 2-1 defeat against Vasco da Gama in the Brasileiro Serie A.
This loss extends their winless streak to four matches, consisting of two draws and two losses. Despite their struggles, Internacional has managed to score in each of their last four games.
Their main issue lies in defense, where they have conceded six goals since their last clean sheet in June.
In the Copa do Brasil, Internacional has shown strong form, having defeated ASA and Nova Iguacu in the earlier rounds. Key players like Lucas Alario and Enner Valencia have been pivotal in these victories.
Juventude
Juventude, on the other hand, comes into this match with a morale-boosting 2-0 win against Gremio.
Prior to this, they had faced consecutive defeats against Fortaleza and Bahia. Juventude has struggled in away games, losing their last four matches on the road and failing to win any of their seven away games this season.
In the Copa do Brasil, Juventude has progressed by overcoming Iguatu and Paysandu in the initial rounds, with players like Gilberto making significant contributions.
Team News
Internacional
Internacional will be without Tiago Maia and Charles Aranguiz, both sidelined due to injuries.
Goalkeeper Ivan Quaresma remains out of action due to a long-term injury.
Juventude
Juventude will miss Edson Carioca and Marcelinho, who are recovering from thigh injuries.
Forward Kleiton is also unavailable due to an injury sustained in April.
Prediction
Given Internacional's home advantage and Juventude's poor away record, Internacional are favoured to win.
Our prediction for this match is a 3-1 victory for Internacional. The home side’s attacking prowess coupled with Juventude’s defensive vulnerabilities on the road will likely be decisive factors.
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