Atlético Mineiro host Juventude in the Copa do Brasil Round of 16, a knockout tie that carries the chance to reach the quarter-finals. CheckLive favour the home side with a 61% win probability on a strong signal, though the gap is not overwhelming and a draw remains a realistic outcome.
Atlético Mineiro's recent form shows three wins and a draw in their last five, including a 2-1 victory over Palmeiras and a 1-0 win against Vasco da Gama, though they lost 0-1 to Corinthians. Juventude have won three of their last five, with a 2-0 win over Cuiabá and a 1-0 victory against Vila Nova, but suffered a 2-4 defeat to Botafogo-SP.
The head-to-head record heavily favours Atlético Mineiro, with five wins in eight meetings, two draws and one loss. Their most recent encounter ended 0-0, which shows Juventude can hold them. The key will be whether Atlético can break down a determined visiting side in a cup setting where surprises are common.
