Atletico MG are on a three-match winning streak in all competitions and will aim to keep that form going on Sunday versus Serie A rival Sao Paulo.
The Roosters have taken three points from six on offer posting a zero-goal difference of two goals for and two against. After a matchday 1 loss to Fortaleza, 2-1, Atletico MG defeated Sporting Recife 1-0.
Sao Paulo are yet to win this season in Serie A. They have taken one point from six on offer in the league have failed to score a goal. Sao Paulo are one of two Serie A teams not to score this season after 180 minutes of football.
In midweek, Sao Paulo ended a three-match winless streak in the Copa do Brasil third round against 4 de Julho. They won the match 9-1 to overturn a first leg 3-2 loss.
The home team have won the last seven matches in all competitions between Atletico Mineiro and Sao Paulo. The Roosters will fancy their chances of making it an eighth straight match with the home team claiming a positive result.
Last season’s match played at the Mineirao Stadium finished 3-0 in favour of Atletico MG. Five of the last seven games between these teams ended with the home side claiming a win to nil.
Atletico MG manager Cuca has three players that are likely to sit out the game. Guga and Guilherme Arana are with Brazil national team while goalie Rafael could be back following a shoulder injury.
Sao Paulo are coached by Argentine legend Hernan Crespo. The manager has several names on the team’s injury list including midfielders Luan Santos and Liziero. Santos has a thigh issue but could be fit for the match.
Forward Martin Benitez is nearing a return from a thigh issue. Meanwhile, full-back Dani Alves, who withdrew from the national team due to injury, is likely to miss the game with a knee injury. Defender Walce is on the way back from an injury, but may not be fit to play.
Sao Paulo are in the hunt to sign River Plate striker Rafael Santos Borre. His contract will expire this summer and Borre plans to leave the team. Lazio are also interested in Borre.
The home team are unbeaten in seven straight matches in all competitions between Atletico MG and Sao Paulo.
The trend should continue as Atletico MG win with both teams scoring and more than 2.5 goals are scored. Sao Paulo’s defensive issues should continue.
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