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Atletico MG host Fluminense at Arena MRV in the Copa Libertadores quarter-final second leg on Wednesday. The visitors have the advantage following their strong performances in the sides’ previous clashes.
This is an all-Brazilian fixture between two familiar opponents. The hosts lost 1-0 in the first leg, but there's hope of overturning the deficit in the return leg at home.
Galo are in search of their second title in the competition since their triumph in 2013. In the previous edition, they were knocked out in the Round of 16 by fellow Brazilian side Palmeiras. Atletico are ninth with 36 points in the Serie A after 25 games, trailing by 20 points.
Fluminense are the Copa Libertadores defending champions, having won the 2023 edition against Argentine giants Boca Juniors. It was their first title, and they look determined to repeat that success. The visitors failed to claim a lead in the first lead after bungling several clear-cut goal chances.
Tricolor have won twice in their last three clashes with Atletico across competitions. They will look to extend their dominance, but the visitors are struggling for form. Fluminense are 18th with 27 points, 31 points behind the top spot. This game presents a huge test of their title credentials.
Atletico MG vs Fluminense Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Atletico have won once and lost twice in their last five matches with Fluminense.
- The hosts have won four times and lost once in their last five home matches with Fluminense.
- Atletico have won twice and lost once in their last five home games across competitions.
- Fluminense have won once and lost four times in their last five road outings across competitions.
- Atletico have won twice and and lost twice in their last five matches, while Fluminense have won thrice and lost twice in the same period.
- Form Guide: Atletico: W-L-L-D-W; Fluminense: L-W-L-W-W
Atletico MG vs Fluminense Prediction
Atletico returned to winning ways following two consecutive defeats and will be keen to maintain their recent momentum.
Fluminense will likely deploy a new play pattern if they must hold on to their slim lead, but their poor away form doesn't help matters. Atletico are expected to prevail based on home advantage.
Prediction: Atletico 2-1 Fluminense
Atletico MG vs Fluminense Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Atletico
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Atletico to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Fluminense to score - Yes
