Fortaleza won 2-0 at Criciúma in Brasileiro Série B, a result built on taking their chances despite being second best for long spells. Pedro Henrique's goal just before half-time put them in control, and Paulo Baya's late strike secured the points.
7.9Pedro HenriqueFortaleza · Midfielder1 goal · 2 shots · 0.28 xGCriciúma 0:2 Fortaleza — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half0 - 1
- 16(Foul)
- 33(Foul)
Second half0 - 1
- 50(Foul)
- 90 + 1
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Fortaleza to winWon1.47
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WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Criciúma vs Fortaleza?
Criciúma 0-2 Fortaleza (Brasileiro Série B).
Who scored?
Pedro Henrique (42', assist Luiz Fernando) for Fortaleza; Paulo Baya (87', assist Lucas Sasha) for Fortaleza.
Was Fortaleza's win deserved?
It was close — an evenly matched game.
Were there any cards in Criciúma vs Fortaleza?
Yellow cards: Guilherme Lobo (Criciúma); Rodrigo Fagundes (Criciúma); Rodrigo Santos (Fortaleza).
Head to Head meetings Criciúma - Fortaleza
- Matches4
- The biggest draw1-1
- The most effective match2-3
Criciúma
Fortaleza
- 0
Victories
- 1
Draws
- 3
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 3  |
Scored goals | 3 | 7 |
Average per game | 0.75 | 1.75 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0-2 |
Criciúma
Fortaleza
Criciúma - Fortaleza Best statistical picks
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Under 2.5
X2 hasn't lost in 4 of the last matches
Criciúma opened the score in 8 of the last 10 matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 11.5
Cards over the last 10 matches favour Under 5.5
Odds
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Criciúma
Fortaleza have been Criciúma's bogey side, winning both previous meetings with a winner, including a 2-3 reverse fixture. But the league leaders, seven points clear of fourth-placed Fortaleza, are in far better form. CheckLive's read is a strong 76% lean to the home side.
Home win — Criciúma1.91
High confidence76%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
56.3
39.5
CheckSkill
53.3
50.5
CheckMental
71.2
34.4
CheckLive total57.9 vs 43.4+14.5
More match signals
Criciúma (DNB)88%1.33
Over 2.581%2.50
Criciúma (−1)90%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Criciúma and Fortaleza?
CheckLive backs Criciúma: the league leaders have the better form and a clear mental edge, enough to justify the home lean despite Fortaleza's two wins in recent meetings. The H2H bogey is the main caveat.
Who is the favorite and who is in better form?
Criciúma are favorites on home soil: they sit top with 43 points in Série B and arrive on a WLDWW run. Fortaleza are fourth, seven points back, and unbeaten in three. Home form and momentum tilt this to the leaders.
Will both teams score in this match?
Both teams scored in two of three head-to-head meetings, including the 2-3 reverse fixture, and the average total sits at 2.7 goals. Criciúma's defence, however, has been tight, so BTTS is closer to a coin-flip than a lock.
- Matches0
- The biggest draw0
- The most effective match0
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Victories
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Draws
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Victories
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Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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