Athletico Paranaense vs Danubio Prediction: Paranaense have already secured qualification to the knockout round

The fourth round of the Copa Sudamericana group stage continues with Athletico Paranaense preparing to take on Danubio at the Arena Da Baixada on Thursday. Paranaense have had an amazing run so far in the Copa Sudamericana and they’ve already secured qualification to the knockout round regardless of the outcome of this game. Danubio on the other hand needs a win in this game more than their counterparts Paranaense as they are currently third placed in Group E and a victory here might propel them to a higher position. Paranaense are obviously the favorites in this encounter as they’ve won all games played In the Copa Sudamericana and prediction for this game is a confident win for Paranaense. Please see the carefully prepared tips for you. 

Athletico Paranaense

Athletico Paranaense is currently on a flawless record in the Copa Sudamericana as they have won all four games played in the competition. It is pertinent to also note that they have secured qualification to the knockout round regardless of the outcome of their next two games. Their most recent game against Rayo Zuliano was another stunner as they secured a 1-5 victory. Paranaense continues to showcase their strength and massive attacking abilities as they’ve now scored 16 goals in four Copa Sudamericana games played at an average of 4 goals per game. 

In the Brazilian Serie A, Paranaense also shows great strength as they are currently top of the table with only a loss from 6 games played. They are currently top of Group E with 16 goals to their name. They hold the upper hand heading into this encounter and will get a minimum of two goals against Danubio.

Danubio

Danubio risks qualifying for the knockout round if they do not secure a positive outcome in this game, they are currently third placed with only 4 points gathered from the 4 games they’ve played. Their most recent game against Sportivo Ameliano ended in a 1-2 defeat and they’ll most likely be edging towards another defeat as they take on the phenomenal Athletico Paranaense. 

In the Uruguayan Primera Division Apertura, Danubio is currently 11th with 3 wins, four draws, and 5 losses from 12 games played. Danubio needs a miracle here if they intend to keep their Copa Sudamericana dreams alive. 

Head-To-head Statistics

Athletico Paranaense won the first leg encounter and with their current flawless record, they’ll most likely win this encounter too. 

Expert Betting Tips

Athletico Paranaense has yet to lose a game since the start of the Copa Sudamericana and we do not expect any surprises here. Danubio on the other hand is in dire need of a win here but they’ll most likely have a hard time securing any positive outcome against Paranaense. Our prediction here is still for Paranaense to win or draw and a total of over 1.5 goals. Furthermore, Athletico Paranaense have secured their qualification for the knockout round. Paranaense have scored 16 goals in their last 4 games in the Copa Sudamericana at an average of four goals per game and they should not have a tough time getting two goals here. Another prediction is for a minimum of two goals from Paranaense.