Athletico-PR vs Bolivar Prediction: Can Athletico-PR still comeback and reach the next round?

In the upcoming fixture of Copa Libertadores, Athlético-PR will face Bolivar at Stadium Ligga Arena in Curitiba. Bolivar won the 1st game by 3-1, while paying at home.

Betting tips and odds are provided below.

Athlético-PR (DLDWW)

The Athlético-PR team comes to this game after a somewhat unexpected defeat against Bolivar (3-1). The team started as favorites, and even entered the game better, scoring 0-1 after 9'. However, Bolivar's team quickly turned the score around, making it 1-1 at 13' and 2-1 at 27'. In the 2nd half, the Athlético-PR team struggled to get back together to reach the equalizer, and ended up losing 3-1 at 76'. With this result, the game remains open for the 2nd leg, however, it will be difficult, as the team needs to score at least 2 goals playing at home. The Athlético-PR team has Bento, its goalkeeper, one of the best players on the team. However, there have been several European proposals for his transfer, so it is unknown how concentrated he will be for the game. We know the Athlético-PR team is capable of scoring, the question is whether they will be able to score enough goals to turn around the tie, without conceding any.

Bolivar (WWDWL)

Bolivar's team comes to this game after a surprising victory against Athlético-PR (3-1). The Athlético-PR team started as favorites for this tie, and even started the game better, scoring 0-1 after 9'. However, Bolivar's team quickly turned the score around, making it 1-1 at 13' and 2-1 at 27'. In the 2nd half, Bolivar's team came in very strong, having much more possession of the ball and creating numerous goal opportunities, which would eventually reach 3-1 at 76'. With this result, the game remains open for the 2nd leg, however, the team has a comfortable advantage of 3 goals. In addition to the victory in this tie, the team has also been in good shape in national competitions. In the last 4 games of all competitions, the team has 3 wins and 1 draw, having in that same period an impressive record of 13 goals scored and only 3 goals conceded. In addition, Fernandez is still in the fight for the top scorer award in the competition, with 4 goals scored so far.

Expert Betting Tips

In the recent games between these 2 teams, Bolivar has won 2 and there’s 1 draw. Both teams were able to score in all of those games

Athletico-PR are the favorites, cuz they play at home and they really need to win. Yet, Bolivar is a good opponent in good form and can make a surprise. Goals are to be expected from both teams.