Paysandu are a hard-to-read outfit
This Paysandu vs Atletico Clube Goianiense preview comes at a crucial point in the season, as Paysandu come into this game as slight favourites at 2.63, with the market suggesting that this will be a very close contest between two clubs who are pretty evenly matched on paper. Série B is a tough league, with the mid-table sides often in transition, and there is no easy way to figure out where Paysandu will finish at this point in the campaign. Their record of 15-20 points and a mid-lower table position is fairly standard for the Papão da Curuzu at this stage of the competition.
Paysandu manager has a reputation for building rugged, hard-working sides that play with urgency and intensity, looking to press teams relentlessly and score when the ball is in the danger area. Their midfielders are the main creative force, with a few experienced forwards who can be difference makers from set pieces or moments of skill and creativity.
Atlético Goianiense are built on a solid defensive base
Atletico Clube Goianiense, who sit 12th in the Serie B table after 14 rounds, with 18 points, just outside the playoff spots, are a very different kind of team from Paysandu.
Our Paysandu vs Atletico Clube Goianiense prediction considers that the team is known for playing a pragmatic style, based on solid defending and counter-attacking, where the team is set up to absorb pressure and then burst forward on the counter-attack.
This week, the defensive unit will need to be on their game, as they have been in recent weeks, with the goalkeeper and centre backs being the key players in their recent run of positive results.
A match of two contrasting styles
The contrast in styles between these two teams means that Paysandu vs Atletico Clube Goianiense odds could shift quickly, as this could be a chess match, where the transitions and any lapse in concentration will be critical. The match winner will likely be decided by Paysandu’s forwards, who can cause the defense to react, or Atletico’s key attackers, who have been instrumental in their 3 wins in their last 5 matches. There are no reports of any major injuries or suspensions for either club ahead of Saturday’s game, so the choice of substitutes and tactical decisions could be key.
Regarding Paysandu vs Atletico Clube Goianiense betting tips, under 2.5 goals would be a smart wager in this match, as the styles of the two sides suggest that a cagey affair is on the cards. Based on this, our Paysandu vs Atletico Clube Goianiense prediction is for a close and low-scoring encounter.
