Vitória vs. Fortaleza Betting Odds and Free Pick

Three matchdays remain in the Brasileirão, and Vitória and Fortaleza face-off, both looking to secure their season’s goals.

The Leão da Barra has had a fantastic finish to the season and is very close to securing their safety and staying in the first division.

The Leão do Pici, on the other hand, has had an impressive campaign, consistently staying near the top of the table. They’ve already qualified for the Copa Libertadores but are aiming for direct entry into the group stage, why not, be champion?

Vitória vs. Fortaleza Betting Odds and Info

Why bet on Vitória?

Vitória seemed destined to be one of the four teams relegated to the second division this December. However, they’ve been playing high for over two months, climbing out of the red zone and even reaching a Copa Sudamericana qualification spot, surpassing clubs like Grêmio, Athletico Paranaense, and Fluminense.

They recently earned a crucial 1-1 draw away against league leaders Botafogo and have lost just one of their last seven matches, with four wins and two draws. At home, they’ve secured three victories and suffered one defeat, which came in their most recent game versus Corinthians.

With 42 points, Vitória sits in 12th place, four points clear of 17th-placed Criciúma, who are currently in the relegation zone. They are also six points behind 7th-placed Cruzeiro, who occupy the last Copa Libertadores qualification spot—though catching them seems unlikely. Securing safety from relegation and guaranteeing a place in the 2025 Copa Sudamericana would mark an excellent season for this team.

Forward Alerrandro has been on fire in recent months, scoring eight goals in his last 11 matches. This puts him tied with Raphael Veiga (Palmeiras), Pedro (Flamengo), and Yuri Alberto (Corinthians) for second place in the top scorers’ table, all with 11, just one goal behind leader Estêvão.

Why bet on Fortaleza?

Fortaleza is another club achieving more than expected this season. With 65 points, they sit in fourth place, having already secured a spot in the next Copa Libertadores. However, they need one more win to guarantee direct entry into the group stage.

Mathematically, they could still become champions, but it would require them to win all three remaining matches, Botafogo to lose their final two games, and Palmeiras to earn no more than three points from their last six. Also, let’s remember that they are tied on 65 points with International, who is above them in the table due to their superior goal difference. It’s not an easy task, but as long as there’s a chance, they can hold on to the miracle.

Fortaleza is on a six-game unbeaten streak and has lost just once in their last 10 matches. However, four of their previous six games ended in draws, including the most recent ones against Fluminense (2-2) and Flamengo (0-0).

Argentinian striker Juan Martín Lucero is the team’s top scorer with eight goals. However, he has been struggling lately, going 13 league matches without finding the net—or 14, counting the Copa Sudamericana. It’s undoubtedly a long dry spell for the club’s leading scorer, who had a strong first half of the year.

Final Betting Analysis: Vitória vs. Fortaleza

The teams already faced each other this year, with Fortaleza winning 3-1 thanks to goals from Breno Lopes, Tomás Pochettino, and Tinga. The last time Vitória hosted a Brasileirão match against the Leão do Pici was in 2003, and they emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline.

The odds at Gambyl Exchange favor Vitória, with their Moneyline at 2.6, while Fortaleza is at 2.8, and a draw stands at 3.25.

It promises to be an entertaining match between two teams that have exceeded expectations this season. However, we believe Fortaleza has been one of the best clubs this year and will secure a victory, keeping their dream of becoming champions alive. Go for a 0-1.

Go for a win for Fortaleza. If you bet $100 at 2.8, you will gain $180 for a total payout of $280.

Vitória vs. Fortaleza Betting Pick: Fortaleza