The Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A takes another notch this week with a mouthwatering clash pitching Fluminense against Athletico Paranaense. The match schedules for Wednesday at the Stadio do Marcana, with kickoff at 10 pm.
Both sides are currently out of form, while the hosts take ninth place while their visitors sit second. The clash will change the landscape when it comes to the top half Brazilian flight.
Fluminense started the season on a high note while picking eight points in their opening four games. However, things took a turn for the worse while managing to take up two points in their last three games.
The poor run of form came during their 1-1 draw against Fortaleza. It followed a 1-0 defeat to Atletico Goianiense after a last-minute winner against Nathan Silva. Roger Machado’s men must turn around for a top-half finish.
A buildup of momentum is currently stopped with a 1-1 draw against Corinthians. The Tricolor remains with a close distance for the top four.
On the other hand, Athletico Paranense awaits a win to make its way to the top four races. Similarly, the visitors are on a dip of form in their last weeks. The side has only won once in their last four games. After seven games of the campaign, a win will surely change the narrative.
Fluminense vs Athletico Paranaense Head to Head
Both sides have 30 games against each other, with hosts take 14 wins whereas the visitors have ten wins. Here is a look at their previous encounter:
Home
- Fluminense 1-1 Corinthians
- Atletico Goianiense 1-0 Fluminense
- Fortaleza 1-1 Fluminense
- Fluminense 1-0 Santos
- Red Bull Bragantino 2-2 Fluminense
Away
- Athletico Paranaense 2-2 Chapecoense
- Bahia 2-1 Athletico Paranaense
- Atheltico Paranaense 2-1 Atletico Goianiense
- Athletico Paranaense 0-0 Parana Clube
- Gremio 0-1 Athletico Paranaense
Fluminense Team News
Attacker Abel Hernandez serves a suspension after picking a red card during their clash with Corinthians. In his absence, Raul Bobadilla comes into the starting XI after coming off the bench last time. Juan Cazares will also get a spot in the flanks after equalizing last time out.
Athletico Paranaense Team News
The side will benefit with major boosts with several players returning from suspension. Richard and Marcinho will return to the fold after serving a one-match suspension.
Prediction and Odds
It is a mouthwatering clash against two sides looking to return to winning ways, thus making an open game.
- Away Win
- Double Chance
- Goals Under 3.5
