CA Paranaense PR vs Bragantino Prediction & Betting Tips - Brasileirão Serie A

Prediction published on 08/07/2021, 06:53  by Nived in Football Predictions

Athletico Paranaense face Red Bull Bragantino in a hugely-significant clash at the summit of the Serie A in Brazil. Both teams have been the early pacesetters in the league, with third-placed Athletico Paranaense just three points off joint-leaders RB Bragantino in the table. As such, the meeting at the Arena da Baixada remains a massive six-pointer, which both teams will want to win for obvious reasons.

The clash between the sides will also be intriguing for another reason. While Athletico Paranaense have conceded the third-fewest goals in the league this term, no team has found the back of the net more than RB Bragantino. As such, this is the battle between one of the meanest defences and the fiercest attack of the Brazilian top-flight.

Notably, Bragantino are also the only unbeaten side in the league. Their only defeat in the ongoing season came against Fluminense in the Copa do Brasil. However, Bragantino’s 1-1 draw with Cuiaba in the last game helped Palmeiras climb to the top of the standings. Athletico Paranaense, who have a game in hand over Bragantino and Palmeiras, are also seeking a return to winning ways after a defeat to Santos in their last outing. Three points to Athletico Paranaense will throw the title race wide open, with three teams level on points at the summit of the table.