Prediction for match CRB — Avai

Match Analysis: CRB vs Avai

In Brazil's Serie B, CRB will face Avai on April 2nd. According to the 1X2 odds, a win for CRB is priced at 1.85, a draw at 3.38, and a victory for Avai at 4.24. The probabilities are distributed as follows: CRB - 50.41%, draw - 27.59%, Avai - 22%. CRB holds a noticeable advantage in the odds, yet the probability gap is not critical, suggesting some intrigue in the matchup. Both teams have relatively high odds for the totals, reflecting expectations for a productive encounter. The over 2.0 goals option is at 1.49, while over 2.25 is at 1.74, making this range a consideration for the main prediction. The both teams to score option is priced at 1.85 for yes and 1.86 for no. Overall, the betting line doesn't highlight a clear favorite in terms of scoring, but it does favor CRB in terms of the final result.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, CRB averaged 63% possession, recorded 2.4 yellow cards, 12.8 fouls, and 1.2 offsides per game. Avai, over the same period, showed 46.2% possession, 2.4 yellows, 12.8 fouls, and 1 offside. In the last three matches, CRB played as follows: March 21, 2026 - Vila Nova 2-2 CRB, March 19, 2026 - CRB 1-0 Figueirense, November 22, 2025 - Novorizontino 3-0 CRB. Avai's last three results: March 22, 2026 - Avai 2-0 Juventude, November 23, 2025 - Botafogo SP 0-0 Avai, November 15, 2025 - Avai 3-1 Remo. The last head-to-head encounter was on October 4, 2025, ending in a 1-0 win for CRB. These matches show different dynamics, but both teams are capable of scoring and keeping clean sheets.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In a five-match series, CRB's average total goals per game is 2.8, and Avai's is 2.6. CRB scored an average of 1.4 and conceded 1.4, while Avai scored 1.8 and conceded 0.8 per match. Regarding over 2.5 goals: both teams had 3 out of 5 matches go over. In the first half, CRB had 2 out of 5 matches go over 1.5, and Avai had none. In the second half, CRB had 2 out of 5 go over 1.5, and Avai had 3 out of 5. For goal intervals: CRB most frequently scores between 31-45 and 61-75 minutes (30% each), while Avai scores most between 31-45 and 46-60 (33% each). CRB most frequently concedes between 16-30 minutes (50%), while Avai concedes most in the final stages: 61-75 and 76-90 (40% each). This data suggests both teams can create and convert chances in the second half and are not prone to a total under. Supporting the over 2.5 goals prediction is the fact that both teams had 3 out of their last 5 matches go over this total, with average scores supporting a high-scoring game.

Corner Totals Analysis

On average, CRB takes 8.8 corners per match, and Avai takes 5.8. Regarding over 9.5 corners: both teams had 4 out of 5 matches go over. Among the presented corner totals, the line closest to the sum of average figures (14.6) is 10.5. Over 10.5 corners is priced at 1.99, under 10.5 at 1.93. CRB is favored in corner outcomes with odds of 1.24. This statistic suggests considering a bet on the over for corners, given the high average values for both teams and frequent over 9.5 totals. In this match, active wing play and a high number of set pieces are expected, which could lead to another over in corner totals.