Expert Overview: Ceará vs Red Bull Bragantino

The upcoming match between Ceará and Red Bull Bragantino on August 16, 2025, is poised to be a thrilling encounter. With both teams showcasing strong performances this season, fans can anticipate an engaging and competitive game. Ceará has been consistent in their home matches, leveraging their home ground advantage at the Arena Castelão. Meanwhile, Red Bull Bragantino has demonstrated a solid offensive strategy, often breaking through defenses with their quick transitions. Given the recent form and historical data, the match is expected to be high-scoring with a moderate chance of both teams finding the net. The betting odds suggest a dynamic game with significant opportunities for goals.

Betting Predictions

Goals and Scoring

• Over 1.5 Goals: 72.50 – With an average total of 2.11 goals per match between these teams, betting on over 1.5 goals seems promising.
• Over 0.5 Goals HT: 72.30 – Both teams are likely to score early, making this a favorable bet.
• Sum of Goals 2 or 3: 69.40 – The expected total goals align well with this prediction.
• Under 2.5 Goals: 69.10 – A tighter game could also result in fewer than 2.5 goals.
• Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 53.60 – Ceará might capitalize on their home advantage in the latter part of the game.
• Away Team To Score In 2nd Half: 55.60 – Red Bull Bragantino may find opportunities to score away from home.

Half-Time and Full-Time Scoring

• Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 88.00 – Defensive strategies may keep the first half scoreless.
• Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 58.60 – Ceará’s defense could restrict Bragantino’s early scoring chances.
• Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 66.70 – Defensive adjustments might prevent second-half goals.

Timing and Cards

• First Goal Between Minute 0-29: 53.30 – Early goals are likely given both teams’ attacking tendencies.
• Last Goal Minute 0-72: 56.80 – A late goal could be decisive in such a closely contested match.
• Over 4.5 Cards: 66.70 – With an average of 3.09 yellow cards per match, discipline could be an issue.
• Under 5.5 Cards: 69.50 – Alternatively, controlled play might result in fewer cards.
• Avg. Total Goals: 2.11
• Avg. Goals Scored: 2.41
• Avg. Conceded Goals: 2.40
• Red Cards: 0.46

Predictions Summary

This match is predicted to be a high-energy affair with multiple scoring opportunities for both teams. The odds suggest a likelihood of over 1.5 goals, with potential for goals in both halves of the match. Betting on defensive outcomes such as ‘Both Teams Not To Score In First Half’ or ‘Under 2.5 Goals’ could also be viable, depending on tactical approaches from both sides.