Red Bull Bragantino SPvsSC Recife PE

Red Bull Bragantino SP: A Rising Force

Red Bull Bragantino SP has been on a remarkable journey since their acquisition by Red Bull in 2019. This transformation has seen them reach the finals of the 2021 Copa Sudamericana and qualify for the Copa Libertadores in 2022. Their recent partnership with New Balance has further boosted their brand visibility. Currently sitting at 8th in the table with 30 points, they have shown consistent performance at home, losing just one of their last 11 home matches in the Brasileiro Serie A. However, they have conceded in each of their last 13 matches, which could be a concern.

SC Recife PE: Struggling for Consistency

Sport Recife has had a mixed bag of results recently. Their recent 1-2 loss to Náutico in the Pernambucano tournament and a 1-1 draw against Retrô highlight their inconsistent form. In the Brasileiro Serie B, they have shown flashes of brilliance with wins against Ituano FC and Ponte Preta, but have also suffered defeats against Coritiba FC and Vila Nova. Their away form is particularly concerning, with a record of 1-2-7 this season. They have failed to score in 5 of their 10 away matches, which could be a significant disadvantage against a team like Bragantino.

Head-to-Head: Bragantino's Dominance

Historically, Red Bull Bragantino SP has had the upper hand against SC Recife PE. In their last 13 meetings, Bragantino has won 5 times, with 5 draws and only 3 losses. At home, they have been even more dominant, winning 3 out of the last 6 encounters. SC Recife PE's last away win against Bragantino was back in 2013, and they have struggled to find the net against Bragantino, scoring an average of 0 goals in recent meetings.

Prediction: Home Advantage

Given the current form and historical data, Red Bull Bragantino SP is likely to secure a victory at home. Their ability to score late in matches, with 30% of their goals coming between the 76th and 90th minute, could be crucial. SC Recife PE's poor away form and inability to score consistently make it unlikely for both teams to score. Therefore, the prediction is a home win for Red Bull Bragantino SP, with a final scoreline of 1-0 or 2-0.