Goias vs Sport Recife: Over Goals Looks the Best Play
Goias bring strong recent form and reliable attacking output into this game, while Sport Recife have been hard to beat lately but continue to concede. With both sides stronger going forward than at the back, the over-goals angle stands out.
By 7MTHScore StaffTeam news
Goias used a 4-2-3-1 in their last league match, with Cardo leading the line alongside three attacking midfielders: Gado, Lucas Lima and San Carlos. Gado opened the scoring early on. Although the team conceded an equaliser from the penalty spot in first-half stoppage time, Gado quickly struck again. They then kept a clean sheet in the second half to secure all three points.
Sport Recife lined up in a 4-3-3 in their last league game, with Cristian Barreda, Pedro Parrodi and Marlon Douglas forming the front three. They fell behind early, but midfielder Bill Fonsenga equalised. Early in the second half, another midfielder, Fabio Matheos, put Sport Recife ahead. However, they could not hold on until the end and were pegged back late, settling for a point.
Goias have no reported injuries or suspensions. Sport Recife also have no reported injuries or suspensions.
Recent form
Goias beat Ponte Preta 2-1 away in their last league outing. They are unbeaten in their last four league matches with three wins and one draw, and their attacking threat has been reliable. Back at home, they are expected to play on the front foot and build on that momentum.
Sport Recife drew 2-2 at home with Operario in their last league match. They are winless in their last seven league games, with five draws and two defeats. Still, they have gone unbeaten in their last two matches and have shown a pattern of both scoring and conceding, so this looks a strong candidate for over goals.
Head-to-head
Goias have won two and drawn one of the last three meetings between the sides. The most recent encounter ended 1-1, and that match produced 16 corners.