America-MG vs Santa Cruz Prediction: Home Side Looking Favorites to Win

In the upcoming fixture of Copa do Brasil, America MG will take on Santa Cruz at the Estádio Raimundo Sampaio. The win predictor suggests that America MG will stand as favorite for winning. However, the head-to-head statistics are in favor of Santa Cruz. From the 12 matches played between the two, Santa Cruz has won 7 matches. The last time these two sides played against each other, America-MG won (0-1).

América-MG - Coming off a Win Against Cruzeiro in Campeonato Mineiro (WWDDD)

Going in the match, America-MG is coming off a win against Cruzeira (0-2) in the Campeonato Mineiro Semi-final leg1. Aloisio dos Santos Goncalves and Juniho scored goals, giving their side an unbeaten lead in the 62nd minute of play. America-MG stands unbeaten in 6 of the last 7 Copa do Brasil matches. With 8 goals scored in the last 5 matches played, America-MG averages 1.6 goals per game. Giving all due appreciation to America-MG’s defense, they have just conceded 4 goals in the last 5 matches played. With the likes of Wellington Paulista and Everaldo in the lineup, America-MG is likely to keep up with the scoring average and register a comprehensive win.

Santa Cruz - Itamar Schülle Confident for a Win (LLWDD)

Going in the matchup, Santa Cruz is coming off back-to-back defeats in Campeonato Pernambucano. In the last game against Sport Recife (2-0), Santa Cruz couldn’t find the equalizer and now are on the verge of dropping down into relegation. Pressure will be on Santa Cruz as they are in desperate need of wins in the domestic competition. Moreover, the added pressure of Copa do Brasil is likely to pressurize Itamar Schülle regarding team’s selection and performance. In the last 5 matches played, Santa Cruz has scored only 4 goals, averaging 0.8 goals per game. Felipe Gedoz and Maranhao will be in the spotlight for scoring positively against America MG.

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the matchup, America-MG is looking confident and the favorite to win. Considering the goal scoring average of the two sides, Santa Cruz is unlikely to score, whereas America-MG will stand with a positive chance scoring at least 2 goals. If America-MG finds the net in the first 15 minutes of play, opposition is likely to struggle. The final scoreline is likely to be (2-0).

• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.672
• Goals Under 2.5 for 2.35
• Correct Score 2-0 for 5