Match Analysis: Sport Recife vs Atletico Mineiro – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-08
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Sport Recife Home Ground
Game Overview
This Brasileirão match features Sport Recife hosting Atletico Mineiro. Atletico Mineiro is superior historically and currently in form, with more wins head-to-head and better recent performance. Sport Recife has struggled recently with a losing run and key injuries, while Atletico Mineiro is more stable with multiple recent wins and fewer defensive concessions.
Key Factors to Consider
- Atletico Mineiro won 2 and drew 3 of their last 5 matches, scoring 1.4 goals and conceding 0.8 per game, showing good form and defensive solidity. Sport Recife won only 1, drew 1, and lost 3 in their last 5, scoring 0.6 and conceding 1.6 goals per match, indicating weaker form and defensive struggles.
- Historically, Atletico Mineiro has dominated with 17 wins from 29 matches against Sport Recife's 6 wins and 6 draws. Recent H2H results favor Atletico with a 3-1 away win in October 2025 and a strong overall winning percentage of approximately 60%.
- Sport Recife has two confirmed injuries: Hereda and Rafael Thyere, both affecting defense and unavailable until mid to late November. Atletico Mineiro faces minor injury concerns with Junior Santos, Lyanco, and Tomas Cuello out.
- The match will be played at Sport Recife's home ground, offering them home advantage, though their form and squad availability may offset this edge. Weather and pitch conditions are not reported as influencing factors at this time.
- Atletico Mineiro, with better current form and position, is likely motivated to consolidate their standing in the league, while Sport Recife may be fighting to avoid relegation or improve their table position, adding pressure but also urgency.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Atletico Mineiro: 1.26, Sport Recife: 2.4, Draw: 2.05 | Atletico Mineiro win | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Spread | Atletico Mineiro: -0.25 -108, Sport Recife: +25 -112 | Atletico Mineiro -0.25 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2.25: -102, Under 2.25: -118 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Atletico Mineiro 13% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 11% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Atletico Mineiro at 13% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 10.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Atletico Mineiro is expected to win given their superior form, head-to-head record, and fewer injuries. A moderately confident prediction suggests a narrow victory for the away side.
Predicted Score: Atletico Mineiro 2 – 1 Sport Recife