Ceará is eager to continue their recent improvement as they prepare to face Internacional in Fortaleza. History indicates that this match could be closely contested. In their last nine encounters, Internacional has claimed five victories, three draws, and only suffered one defeat against Ceará. Notably, when playing at home, Internacional has beaten Ceará with narrow margins of 1-0 and 2-1, suggesting this match is unlikely to be a high-scoring affair.
Recent Form
Ceará enters this match following a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Corinthians. Despite having just 23 percent possession during that game, they displayed resilient defense and secured the win with a goal from Antonio Galeano in the 31st minute. Over their last ten league matches, Leo Conde’s team has a record of 4 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses, averaging 0.9 goals from 3.9 shots on target and about eight total attempts per match. They focus on defensive strength, allowing only 0.7 goals per game from 4.2 shots on target.
Key players for Ceará include:
- Pedro Raul: Leading the team’s scoring chart with three goals.
- Pedro Henrique: Notable for his contributions with three assists.
Internacional, on the other hand, has struggled with consistency, recording two wins, four draws, and four losses in their last ten matches. Their latest game ended in an exciting 2-2 draw against Bahia, where they maintained 38 percent possession and produced six shots on goal, highlighted by a brace from Vitinho. Internacional averages 0.9 goals per game from 8.2 attempts but concedes one goal per match from 3.5 shots on target.
Key players for Internacional include:
- Vitinho: Top scorer with three goals.
- Alan Patrick: Contributing two goals.
- Bruno Gomes and Johan Carbonero: Each providing two assists during this stretch.
Betting Insights
If you are considering betting on this match, the likelihood of both teams scoring may be low. Recent statistics show that eight of Ceará’s last ten matches ended with at least one team failing to score, and the same pattern is evident for Internacional, with four out of their last five games also resulting in one side blanking.
Market odds for both teams to score:
- Odds of -152 imply a 60.2 percent chance, but a closer look suggests a probability closer to 70 percent.
For higher payouts, consider the following correct score predictions:
- 1-0: +480
- 1-1: +480
- 0-0: +600
- 0-1: +650
These odds confirm the expectation of a low-scoring match.
Goalscoring Opportunities
For those interested in individual players, Antonio Galeano’s odds at +450 to score any time are worth a look. He has scored twice in his last five Série A appearances. If you want to bet on him to score first, you can find odds around +1050.
Corners and Tactical Approach
Corners may also provide attractive betting opportunities. Internacional has exceeded 3.5 team corners in their last three matches, while Ceará has allowed more than 3.5 corners at home in nine of their last nine games. Odds near -149 for Internacional to achieve over 3.5 corners are appealing if you anticipate an aggressive approach.
Recommended Bets
For a same-game multi, consider the following combination:
- Both Teams To Score No at -152
- Ceará to win at about +116
- Antonio Galeano to score anytime at +450
This bet suggests a tightly contested home win with one decisive goal.
Match Odds
As for the match odds:
- Ceará: +118 (46 percent chance)
- Internacional: +240
- Draw: +225
For added security, consider the Asian handicap: Ceará -0.25 at -115, which returns half your stake in case of a draw. Under 2.5 goals is also appealing given both teams’ tendencies to keep clean sheets.
First Goalscorer Market
Here’s how the first goalscorer market looks:
- Pedro Raul (Ceará): First +220, Anytime +500
- Rafael Borré (Inter): First +300, Anytime +600
- Alan Patrick (Inter): First +310, Anytime +700
- Antonio Galeano (Ceará): First +450, Anytime +1050
Predicted Lineups
Both teams are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Ceará’s Predicted Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Bruno Ferreira
- Defenders: Fabiano, Marcos Victor, Willian Machado, Matheus Bahia
- Midfielders: Dieguinho, Vinícius Zanocelo
- Forwards: Antonio Galeano, Lucas Mugni, Pedro Henrique supporting Pedro Raul
Internacional’s Predicted Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Ivan
- Defenders: Gabriel Mercado, Vitão, Alexandro Bernabei
- Midfielders: Bruno Henrique, Luis Otávio
- Forwards: Vitinho, Alan Patrick, Johan Carbonero supporting Rafael Borré
Ceará will be without any significant injury concerns, whereas Internacional will miss Braian Aguirre at right-back.
Conclusion
Whether you’re placing a single bet or constructing a small accumulator, expect a tactical battle where one team may likely keep a clean sheet. Fans should also prepare for a flurry of corner kicks, especially if Internacional continues to attack aggressively.
Good luck!