CRB vs Atletico MG Prediction: CRB will need extra force to stop Hulk

In the first match of the 1/8 finals of Copa do Brazil CRB will welcome Atletico MG. The visitors are the favorite in this match, they are a team from the first league and they are playing better in the last few matches. On the other hand, CRB are undefeated in this stadium in 17 matches in all competitions. Certainly, we will see an entertaining match in Estadio Rei Pele in Maceio.

Form: DDWWW

In the previous round, CRB knocked out another team from Brazilian Serie B, Ceara wining in both matches 1:0. Now in the round of 16 they will meet a much stronger opponent and probably only a good result in this first match can give them hope to advance to the next stage. CRB are in 11th place in the Serie B, but they are undefeated at home this season with 6 wins and 3 draws. In the last 5 matches, they have 3 wins and 2 draws which shows how well they are playing recently. Despite their defender Vitinho who is injured for a long time all other players are ready to play in this match.

Form: WWDWL

Atletico MG are in 9th place in Serie A, and recently they entered in good form, especially their superstar, the striker Hulk who scored 4 goals in the last 2 matches. In the previous round, they faced Serie B side Sport Recife, against which they lost as visitors 1:0, but won at home 2:0. In the last 5 matches this team have 3 wins, a draw, and a defeat and they certainly hope to qualify for the next round, but first to get a good result in this difficult away match.

The home field is a huge advantage for the home side, but Atletico MG are a much better team with better individuals. In my opinion, Atletico MG can end the streak without a defeat at home of CRB, but I expect a close match with little goals and both teams entering in the match with caution and without much risk.