Vitória vs Fortaleza Prediction and Betting Tips on April 17, 2025
Game Prediction
Vitória will host Fortaleza at the Estádio Manoel Barradas (Barradão) in Salvador on April 17, 2025, for a Brasileiro Série A match at 00:30 UTC. The home side is coming off a resilient performance against Atlético Mineiro, while Fortaleza aims to maintain their strong position in the league standings.
Vitória vs Fortaleza Key Stats & Trends
- Vitória lost 2 of their last 5 games.
- The Leão da Barra average 0.8 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
- Thiago Carpini’s men won just 1 of their last 5 home games.
- Fortaleza won 1 of their last 5 games.
- The Leão do Pici score 0.6 goals and concede 1.0 on average.
- Fortaleza lost 2 of their last 5 away games.
Vitória vs Fortaleza Recent Form
Vitória are in a precarious position, sitting 19th in the Série A standings with 1 points from 3 games. The team has shown signs of fight, securing a draw against league contenders Atlético Mineiro in their last outing. However, their home form remains crucial, with 3 wins in their last 5 home matches. Coach Thiago Carpini will be desperate for a victory to boost their survival hopes, especially with the passionate Barradão crowd behind them.
Fortaleza, on the other hand, are enjoying a solid campaign, positioned 8th with 5 points from 3 games. But they had only 1 win, 2 losses and 2 draws in their last 5 away matches. Juan Pablo Vojvoda’s side is known for their defensive solidity and ability to capitalize on counter-attacks, making them a tough opponent on the road.
Form
- Vitória: L-D-L-D-D
- Fortaleza: L-W-L-D-D
Head-to-Head
In their last five encounters, Vitoria have a slight edge over Fortaleza, with three wins, while their opponents claimed all three points twice.
Predicted Line-ups
- Vitória possible line-up: Lucas Arcanjo; Raul Cáceres, Edu, Wagner Leonardo, Lucas Esteves; Ricardo Ryller, Willian, Matheuzinho; Janderson, Alerrandro, Osvaldo.
- Fortaleza possible line-up: João Ricardo; Tinga, Benjamin Kuscevic, Titi, Felipe Jonatan; Hércules, Matheus Rossetto; Marinho, Tomás Pochettino, Breno Lopes; Juan Martin Lucero.
Vitória vs Fortaleza Pre-game Odds & Win Probability
Despite Fortaleza’s stronger form, Vitória’s home advantage makes this a closer contest. Bookmakers give Vitória a 39% chance of winning with odds of 2.42, while Fortaleza are slight favorites at 3.13 (30% probability). A draw is priced at 3.12 (30% probability).
Correct Sore Prediction: Vitória 1-1 Fortaleza
Given both teams’ recent scoring and conceding trends, a low-scoring draw seems likely. Vitória’s home resilience could match Fortaleza’s defensive organization, leading to a 1-1 stalemate.
Expert Tip: Both Teams to Score – Yes
The Both Teams to Score – Yes market is available at odds of 2.1 (44% probability) offers good value, as neither side is likely to keep a clean sheet.
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