Corinthians vs Independiente del Valle Prediction: Can Corithians Neutralize Independiente del Valle’s Blistering Match Form?

In the upcoming fixture of Copa Libertadores Matchday 3, Corinthians will be up against Independiente del Valle at the Neo Química Arena in Sao Paulo. With both sides managing a win from the two matches played, the upcoming matchup is likely to be pivotal for the two teams. Corinthians and Independiente del Valle last played against each other in September 2019, and the match resulted in a draw. After the meeting in Sudamericana, the two teams are playing again after almost four years. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming contest.

Corinthians - Lost to Palmeiras in the Last Outing (LWLLW)

With just two wins in the last five matches played, Corinthians are having inconsistent match form. In the last outing against Palmeiras (2-1), Corinthians failed to score a goal. However, the only goal which came in the 77th minute was courtesy of an own goal. Corinthians had just 46% possession and two shots on target, which defines Corinthians’ poor offensive gameplay. Corinthians will be starting under pressure as the sudden exit of coach Cuca has raised concerns over the internal conflicts going on in the club. With just six goals scored in the last five matches played, Corinthians averages 1.20 goals per game. Against the scoring average, Corinthians has also conceded six goals. Hence, Corinthians might have trouble keeping a clean sheet against the traveling favorite.

Expected Opening Lineup for Corinthians

Cássio; Fagner, Bruno Mendez, Gil, Matheus Bidu; Fausto Vera, Roni; Chrystian Barletta, Roger Guedes, Giuliano; Yuri Alberto.

Independiente del Valle - Reflecting Determined Gameplay (WWWDW)

Going in the matchup, Independiente del Valle is coming off a high-scoring win against Emelec (2-3) in the last Liga Ecuador fixture. Marcelo Moreno and Michael Hoyos scored goals. With four wins and a draw in the last five matches played, Independiente del Valle is progressing in the right direction for sure. Moreover, in the last outing of Libertadores, Independiente secured a robust win against Liverpool FC, in which Junior Sornoza and Alan Minda scored goals. Independiente del Valle has scored nine goals and conceded just two in the last five matches played across all competitions. With a goal-scoring average of 1.80 goals per game, Independiente del Valle will be looking to score at least two or even more goals.

Expected Opening Lineup for Independiente del Valle

Wellington Ramírez; Mateo Carabajal, Richard Schunke, Agustin Garcia; Joao Ortiz, Jordy Alcívar, Matías Fernández, Gustavo Cortez, Ray Páez; Junior Sornoza, Marcelo Moreno Martins

Expert Betting Tips

When playing at home, Corinthians have won two of the last three matches played. On the other hand, Independiente del Valle demonstrates a great winning average in the last five played. Considering the home advantage for Corinthians, I am expecting a draw with both sides managing to score. If Independiente del Valle strikes two or more goals in the first half, they will end with a comfortable win. The match total is expected to be over 2.5 goals, and both sides to score.

• Double Chance - Draw or Independiente del Valle for 1.83
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.10
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.36