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Copa do Brazil: Atletico MG vs Sao Paulo
Kickoff Time: 2024-09-13 08:45 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Diego Vara
Atletico MG won 3-2 against Gremio in their last league match, achieving three wins, one draw, and one loss in their recent five games, showing a solid form. Currently, Atletico MG ranks ninth in the league standings with a record of eight wins, nine draws, and six losses, making their chances of competing for the league title quite slim. Therefore, contending for cup titles has become Atletico MG’s primary goal. In the first leg of the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brazil, Atletico MG secured a narrow 1-0 victory away against Sao Paulo, giving them an advantage in the two-legged tie. It is worth mentioning that Atletico MG has been very strong at home, with a record of five wins, one draw, and one loss in their last seven home matches, showcasing a formidable home momentum. Returning to their home ground for the second leg, Atletico MG is filled with confidence.
Sao Paulo lost 0-2 away to Fluminense in their last league match, suffering two consecutive defeats across all competitions. Currently, Sao Paulo sits sixth in the league standings with a record of 12 wins, five draws, and eight losses, still holding hopes of competing for a top-four finish. However, Sao Paulo is quite weak on the road, having recorded only one win, four draws, and five losses in their last 10 away matches. Undoubtedly, their poor away performance has severely affected Sao Paulo’s overall results. Now, Sao Paulo faces the tough task of playing away against the strong Atletico MD in the second leg of the Copa do Brazil quarter-finals after trailing 0-1 from the first leg.
The overall strength and reputation of both teams are quite close, but based on recent performances, Atletico MG is undoubtedly slightly better than Sao Paulo. Additionally, Atletico MG has been a nemesis for Sao Paulo. In their last five encounters, Atletico MG has achieved an unbeaten record of four wins and one draw, demonstrating overwhelming dominance. Considering the disparity in home and away performances between the two teams, Atletico MG is expected to secure another victory over Sao Paulo in this match.
Atletico MG’s Last 5 Games: WWLWD
24-09-01 Gremio 2-3 Atletico MG
24-08-29 Sao Paulo 0-1 Atletico MG
24-08-25 Atletico MG 0-2 Fluminense
24-08-21 Atletico MG 1-0 San Lorenzo de Almagro
24-08-18 Atletico MG 1-1 Cuiaba
Sao Paulo’s Last 5 Games: LLWWL
24-09-01 Fluminense 2-0 Sao Paulo
24-08-29 Sao Paulo 0-1 Atletico MG
24-08-25 Sao Paulo 2-1 Vitoria
24-08-21 Sao Paulo 2-0 Nacional
24-08-18 Palmeiras 2-1 Sao Paulo
Head To Head Record:
24-08-29 Sao Paulo 0-1 Atletico MG
24-07-17 Atletico MG 2-1 Sao Paulo
23-12-03 Atletico MG 2-1 Sao Paulo
23-08-07 Sao Paulo 0-2 Atletico MG
22-11-02 Sao Paulo 2-2 Atletico MG
Prediction: Atletico MG to win