Fortaleza Rosario Central betting prediction

This is a team that usually makes good use of the home advantage, stronger with the help of its supporters, since in the last 30 matches they register 4 wins, 6 draws and 5 losses in away matches, with 18 goals scored and 25 conceded; against 12 wins and 3 draws at their stadium, with 26 goals scored and 8 conceded. In their last match, for the Serie A, they got an away win against Bragantino by (1‑2). In the last 10 home matches Fortaleza has won 10. Defensive consistency hasn’t been their best feature, as they have conceded goals in 5 of the last 7 matches, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored at least one goal in each of the last 7 matches for this competition. This is a team that likes to score first. They have opened up the score in 13 of the last 15 matches, they have reached half‑time in front in 7 of those 13 matches and have held on to the lead until the end of the 90' in 11 of them. In the last 20 home matches for all competitions there is 1 period that stands out: they have conceded 5 of their 10 goals between minutes (76'‑90').

The fact that Fortaleza managed to hold Rosario Central in the first leg puts them in a strong position in the Copa Sudamericana. The Brazilian team is in great form, showcasing high-quality football and achieving good results. Given this scenario, they will enter the field as favorites, aiming to take control of the match. Naturally, as it's a clash between Brazilian and Argentine teams, the game is expected to be intense. Therefore, Fortaleza must avoid being provoked by the opponent.

Confirmed Lineup: João Ricardo, Tomás Cardona, Benjamin Kuscevic, Bruno Pacheco, Tinga, José Welison, Tomás Pochettino, Pedro Augusto, Yago Pikachu, Juan Martin Lucero, Breno Lopes.
Coach: J. Vojvoda.