CRB 2-1 Criciuma: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This is a promotion-race fixture with contrasting recent momentum: CRB have looked more assertive in their stronger spell but arrive after a setback, while Criciúma’s broader campaign remains excellent despite a flatter recent run. The home side’s route is direct pressure around Mikael and quicker attacks from Danielzinho’s supply. Criciúma’s returning depth gives Eduardo Baptista more control over the game state, although the fitness of Fellipe Mateus and Luciano Castán remains important. Expect a physical match in which territory, wide duels and one decisive defensive lapse matter more than open exchanges.

Head-to-head analysis

This has been a tight, low-margin fixture in recent seasons, with Criciúma holding the stronger overall recent head-to-head record. CRB did win the last meeting at Rei Pelé, reinforcing the importance of home territory in this pairing.

Injuries and absences

CRB’s potential absence of Lucas Lovat would weaken continuity on the left, while Patrick de Lucca’s issue reduces midfield cover. For Criciúma, late calls on Fellipe Mateus and Luciano Castán affect creativity and centre-back depth, even though several other players have returned to availability.

Form (last 5)

CRB vs Criciuma stats

Last meetings

• 2026-04-26Criciuma 3-1 CRB
• 2025-09-21Criciuma 1-0 CRB
• 2025-05-18CRB 1-0 Criciuma
• 2023-10-21CRB 0-1 Criciuma
• 2023-06-27Criciuma 2-1 CRB
• 2022-08-27CRB 0-0 Criciuma

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