Criciuma 1-0 America Mineiro: result and AI prediction

Criciuma – America Mineiro, Serie B, Monday, October 12, 2026 at 11:30 PM (GMT). Venue: Estadio Heriberto Hülse

Criciuma is #5 in the table (53 pts) and America Mineiro #19 (17 pts). 14 places separate the two teams in the table. America Mineiro has not won any of its last 5 matches. Criciuma has kept 14 clean sheets in 32 matches. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Criciuma 2, draws 3, America Mineiro 1. Their last meeting, on June 23, 2026, ended America Mineiro 0-1 Criciuma.

CriciumaCriciuma
Final score1 - 0
America MineiroAmerica Mineiro
AI predicted: 3-0 · Final score: 1-0✓ Correct outcome

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

Criciúma return home needing an immediate response as their promotion push enters a decisive stage. América-MG arrive after relegation has been confirmed, with a new manager taking charge amid extensive availability problems. The hosts have the stronger structure, home defensive record and more coherent attacking connections, but must avoid allowing the match to become a low-tempo contest of hopeful transitions. América’s best chance is an early emotional lift under Moacir Júnior, followed by disciplined defending and efficiency from isolated attacking moments.

Head-to-head analysis

Criciúma are unbeaten in the last three meetings, including victory in the reverse fixture earlier this campaign. The longer-term series contains several draws, so the recent edge is more meaningful than the broader historical record.

Injuries and absences

América-MG’s confirmed absences and Manoel’s suspension severely reduce depth through the spine, while Fábio’s status could further unsettle the defensive unit. Criciúma lose Rodrigo to suspension, but the reported returns of Gui Lobo and Waguininho improve their rotation options.

Form (last 5)

CriciumaLeague position #5 · 53 ptsW W L
America MineiroLeague position #19 · 17 ptsL L L

Criciuma vs America Mineiro stats

CriciumaAmerica Mineiro
Played3232
Goals scored3321
Goals conceded2853
Clean sheets144

Last meetings

  • 2026-06-23America Mineiro 0-1 Criciuma
  • 2025-10-12Criciuma 2-1 America Mineiro
  • 2025-06-21America Mineiro 1-1 Criciuma
  • 2021-06-10Criciuma 2-2 America Mineiro
  • 2021-06-03America Mineiro 0-0 Criciuma
  • 2019-09-11America Mineiro 2-1 Criciuma

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