Fortaleza vs CRB Prediction & Betting Tips (5 June)

Fortaleza remain firmly in the hunt for the Copa do Nordeste title, with their prospects of success being significantly enhanced by a run of seven wins in ten away games this season. CRB, by way of contrast, have suffered four defeats in eight matches on their own patch recently, suffering a loss during their last recent game.

Six of the last eight Fortaleza home games in the Copa do Nordeste have served up under 2.5 goals, so the Fortaleza have not brought much excitement which will end up ending disappointed. For their part, CRB are renowned for keeping things tight, with seven of their previous ten away fixtures in the top-flight producing no more than a couple of goals.

At least one of the two keepers has emerged with a clean sheet from 13 of the previous 17 Fortaleza home matches at this level, so thrilling encounters at this venue have been few and far between. What’s more, 14 of the most recent 17 Fortaleza away games at the top table of the Copa do Nordeste have followed suit, including in a success at this ground last term.