Sao Bernardo
Football Brazil - Série B Fri 17 Jul 18:00
Avaí FC
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Sao Bernardo vs Avaí Predictions

Main Match Prediction

Under 2.5 Goals @ -135

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We’re Expecting a Low-Scoring Encounter

There’s a case for betting Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. The numbers suggest that Sao Bernardo and Avaí might struggle to exceed this total and the odds of -135 look more than fair.

Check out the complete Sao Bernardo vs Avaí betting breakdown below, highlighting the logic behind our main match prediction, as well as our correct score prediction, player prop picks and bet builder tips.

Sao Bernardo vs Avaí Preview

Sao Bernardo take on Avaí, with kick-off set for 18:00 on Friday 17 July.

Sao Bernardo faced Cuiabá at home when last in action. It was a 2-2 draw.

Avaí have suffered six consecutive defeats away from home. In their previous game, it was a 2-0 home win against Náutico.

Série B G W D L GF GA GD GD P
7 Sao Bernardo logo Sao Bernardo 17 7 5 5 23 16 7 23:16 26
18 Avaí logo Avaí 17 4 4 9 18 24 -6 18:24 16
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Main Match Prediction

The best plan of attack could be backing Under 2.5 Goals for this Série B encounter. We can land odds of -135 when it comes to this wager and that looks to be a very fair price.

The football predictions are generated after consulting the team news for both sides along with the form. We are also able to analyse the latest Série B stats which can suggest how the game might unfold.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Sao Bernardo games at home.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 9 Sao Bernardo games at home.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Avaí games.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Avaí games.
Under 2.5 Probability

According to the top bookies, our pick has a 57.5% chance of landing a return. Based on our tipsters research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

Looking for Bigger Odds?

There’s an opportunity to combine Under 2.5 Goals with BTTS No if you want a bigger potential return, with bettors able to land this pick through the Total Goals & Both Teams to Score market.

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Correct Score Prediction

Sao Bernardo Sao Bernardo logo 1 - 1 Avaí logo Avaí

An exciting wager could be the game to end in a 1-1 draw at odds of +475. A correct score bet provides a fun alternative and a nice potential return on the cards.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Léo Gamalho Over 0.5 Shots On Target +108 BetMGM logo

Léo Gamalho (Avaí) can be wagered at +108 to finish with one or more shots on goal. All things considered, we think that the betting odds are really appealing when it comes to backing him on the Shots Target market.

Latest Léo Gamalho Player Prop Odds

Neto Costa To Score +280 BetMGM logo

Neto Costa (Sao Bernardo) can be backed at +280 to score. It’s worth a play that he is Anytime Goalscorer as there’s lots of value for these betting odds.

Latest Neto Costa Player Prop Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Under 2.5 -135
Asian Handicap Avaí +0.5 -114
Shots On Target Léo Gamalho Over 0.5 +108

We’ve got a bet builder and the legs include less than three goals to be scored, Avaí on the Asian Handicap at +0.5 together with Léo Gamalho (Avaí) to record a minimum of one shot on target.

Placing a bet builder offers a great option for football punters who are looking to focus specifically on one match. It’s a great bet to have if you’re confident of certain outcomes, especially as the price for each selection is combined.

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Sao Bernardo vs Avaí Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Bookies Think Sao Bernardo Most Likely to Win

With the bookmakers affording them a 53% chance of winning, Sao Bernardo might be a popular accumulator selection. Their betting odds are -111 when it comes to this Série B encounter. If you’re searching for a different slant, Avaí are available at +295.

There are two Asian Handicap options and they are Sao Bernardo -0.5 at -114 or alternatively Avaí +0.5. Either go for the favourites to win or opt for the latter and get the draw on your side at -114.

For those anticipating a low-scoring contest, Under 2.5 is the market leader for the Total Goals market. For those wanting to bet on Both Teams to Score, you won’t find much between Yes and No.

No matter what Série B match is taking place, you will find hundreds of markets being offered. Peruse the various choices that are presented at the leading football betting sites.

Luis Otavio de Oliveira Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

Luis Otavio de Oliveira is the favourite to be First Goalscorer at +700. If you’re interested in backing him to find the net at anytime, then the price is +280.

Player Goals
Luis Otavio de Oliveira (Sao Bernardo)
First
+700
Anytime
+280
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Neto Costa (Sao Bernardo)
First
+700
Anytime
+280
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Felipe Garcia (Sao Bernardo)
First
+700
Anytime
+300
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Kevin Soares (Avaí)
First
+850
Anytime
+330
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Player Shots On Target
Neto Costa (Sao Bernardo)
Over 0.5
-156
Under 0.5
-
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Luis Otavio de Oliveira (Sao Bernardo)
Over 0.5
-152
Under 0.5
-
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Kevin Soares (Avaí)
Over 0.5
-135
Under 0.5
-
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Felipe Garcia (Sao Bernardo)
Over 0.5
-133
Under 0.5
-
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Team Stats
Sao Bernardo logo Sao Bernardo League Stats
Avaí logo Avaí League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 2 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 9 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
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Sao Bernardo vs Avaí Lineups & Team News

Don’t bet on Sao Bernardo vs Avaí without reviewing the latest team news. We’ll bring you the confirmed Série B lineups as well as up-to-date injury news.

Previous Sao Bernardo Lineups

12 Jul Série B
Sao Bernardo 2-2 Cuiabá
06 Jul Série B
Vila Nova 2-1 Sao Bernardo
27 Jun Série B
Criciúma 1-0 Sao Bernardo
21 Jun Série B
Sao Bernardo 0-1 Juventude
14 Jun Série B
Sao Bernardo 0-0 Sport Recife
07 Jun Série B
CRB 2-3 Sao Bernardo

Previous Avaí Lineups

12 Jul Série B
Avaí 2-0 Náutico
06 Jul Série B
Botafogo SP 3-1 Avaí
28 Jun Série B
Athletic Club 1-0 Avaí
21 Jun Série B
Avaí 1-0 Cuiabá
15 Jun Série B
Londrina 3-2 Avaí
10 Jun Série B
Ceará 2-1 Avaí
Team Squads

Sao Bernardo Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Ricardo Catala

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Alex Alves 1 G 17 1485 17 0 0 0 2 0
Rodrigo Ferreira 2 D 16 1440 16 0 3 1 3 0
Augusto 97 D 16 1440 16 0 0 0 4 0
Para 6 D 16 1439 16 0 2 0 3 0
Dudu Miraima 26 M 16 1221 16 0 2 3 3 0

Avaí Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Cauan Almeida

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Luiz Henrique 8 M 16 1227 16 0 2 0 3 0
Thayllon Roberth 43 F 17 1188 15 2 2 3 2 0
Jean Lucas 10 M 16 1178 15 1 2 2 5 0
Douglas 36 D 15 1175 14 1 1 1 8 0
Leonardo 41 G 13 1123 13 0 0 0 0 0
Brazil FlagSérie B Table
Serie B Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Criciúma 17 9 6 2 20:12 33
2 Vila Nova 17 9 4 4 25:19 31
3 Operário 17 9 4 4 22:18 31
4 Novorizontino 17 8 6 3 28:16 30
5 Juventude 17 8 5 4 17:8 29
6 Fortaleza 17 8 4 5 20:17 28
7 Sao Bernardo 17 7 5 5 23:16 26
8 Sport Recife 17 6 8 3 21:15 26
9 Goiás 17 7 4 6 18:23 25
10 Atlético GO 17 6 6 5 19:19 24
11 Cuiabá 17 5 9 3 14:11 24
12 Athletic Club 17 5 8 4 16:16 23
13 Náutico 17 6 3 8 21:21 21
14 Botafogo SP 17 5 5 7 20:18 20
15 CRB 17 5 5 7 26:31 20
16 Londrina 17 5 4 8 25:25 19
17 Ceará 17 4 6 7 15:20 18
18 Avaí 17 4 4 9 18:24 16
19 Ponte Preta 17 2 2 13 11:33 8
20 América 17 1 4 12 11:28 7
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Juventude 9 6 2 1 12:1 20
2 Vila Nova 8 6 2 0 16:9 20
3 Fortaleza 8 6 1 1 16:8 19
4 Criciúma 8 5 3 0 10:4 18
5 Operário 9 5 3 1 12:9 18
6 Novorizontino 8 5 2 1 14:9 17
7 Atlético GO 9 4 3 2 12:9 15
8 Goiás 8 5 0 3 8:10 15
9 Sport Recife 9 3 5 1 14:10 14
10 Cuiabá 9 3 5 1 8:6 14
11 Athletic Club 9 3 4 2 7:6 13
12 Avaí 9 3 3 3 10:9 12
13 Ceará 9 3 3 3 10:10 12
14 Londrina 8 3 2 3 14:10 11
15 Botafogo SP 8 3 2 3 13:9 11
16 Sao Bernardo 9 2 4 3 9:8 10
17 Náutico 8 3 1 4 6:6 10
18 CRB 8 2 2 4 14:13 8
19 Ponte Preta 9 1 2 6 6:15 5
20 América 8 0 2 6 5:13 2

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