Criciuma vs Ceara: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 May

Criciuma

W W W D W

3rd place in Brazil Serie B

1 - 2

21/05/2023 14:30

Ceara

L W D W L

11th place in Brazil Serie B

Brazil Serie B

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Criciuma vs Ceara on 21 May 2023 (kick-off: 14:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Criciuma vs Ceara preview before placing your bet.

Criciuma are currently 3rd with 64 points after 38 matches.
Ceara sit 11th with 50 points from 38 matches.
Head-to-head history favors Ceara, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Criciuma have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 21/05/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Vitoria BA	72	38	22	6	10	50	31	19
02 Juventude	65	38	18	11	9	42	31	11
03 Criciuma	64	38	19	7	12	45	33	12
04 Atletico Clube Goianiense	64	38	17	13	8	56	45	11
05 Sport Club do Recife	63	38	17	12	9	59	40	19
06 Gremio Novorizontin	63	38	19	6	13	48	30	18
07 Mirassol	63	38	18	9	11	42	31	11
08 Vila Nova	61	38	17	10	11	48	30	18
09 Guarani SP	57	38	15	12	11	42	33	9
10 CRB AL	57	38	16	9	13	45	39	6
11 Ceara	50	38	13	11	14	40	45	-5
12 Botafogo SP	47	38	12	11	15	25	42	-17
13 Avai FC	44	38	10	14	14	31	48	-17
14 Ituano SP	42	38	9	15	14	33	38	-5
15 Ponte Preta	42	38	9	15	14	24	35	-11
16 Chapecoense SC	40	38	9	13	16	38	43	-5
17 Sampaio Correa	39	38	8	15	15	31	43	-12
18 Tombense	37	38	9	10	19	37	50	-13
19 Londrina PR	31	38	7	10	21	31	58	-27
20 ABC RN	28	38	5	13	20	28	50	-22

Head To Head

18/11/2017 17:30

Criciuma

1 - 1

Ceara

BRA D2

01/08/2017 20:30

Ceara

3 - 1

Criciuma

BRA D2

08/11/2016 17:15

Criciuma

2 - 3

Ceara

BRA D2

16/07/2016 15:00

Ceara

1 - 0

Criciuma

BRA D2

17/10/2015 15:30

Criciuma

3 - 0

Ceara

BRA D2

10/07/2015 18:30

Ceara

1 - 1

Criciuma

BRA D2

Criciuma

17%

Draw

33%

Ceara

50%

Criciuma Last 6 matches

12/05/2023 18:00

Vila Nova 0 - 0 Criciuma BRA D2

06/05/2023 15:00

Criciuma 2 - 1 Ituano SP BRA D2

01/05/2023 15:00

Londrina PR 1 - 1 Criciuma BRA D2

28/04/2023 18:00

Criciuma 1 - 0 Avai FC BRA D2

21/04/2023 20:30

Ponte Preta 1 - 2 Criciuma BRA D2

16/04/2023 10:00

Criciuma 2 - 0 Tombense BRA D2

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Ceara

13/05/2023 17:15

Ceara 2 - 0 Tombense BRA D2

10/05/2023 18:00

Ceara 0 - 2 Vitoria BA BRA D2

07/05/2023 10:00

Ponte Preta 0 - 0 Ceara BRA D2

03/05/2023 20:00

Sport Club do Recife 1 - 0 Ceara BRA CNF

30/04/2023 17:00

ABC RN 1 - 2 Ceara BRA D2

22/04/2023 17:15

Ceara 0 - 3 Guarani SP BRA D2

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie B

Played games

Goals

Scored

219

Avg. per game

1.40

Conceded

125

Avg. per game

0.80

Scored

292

Avg. per game

1.53

Conceded

164

Avg. per game

0.86

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 156 home matches

YesNo

124 (79%)32 (21%)

In last 156 home matches

NoYes

152 (80%)39 (20%)

Criciuma

Recent matches

Ceara

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Criciuma

Ceara

Shots

Criciuma

Total shots

12.88 avg / game

Blocked

233 total

Avg. 3.82

Ceara

Total shots

13.66 avg / game

Blocked

278 total

Avg. 3.27

Criciuma Pass Ceara

Total passes

29106

Avg. 338 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

44054

Avg. 355 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Criciuma

156

Played games

Ceara

191

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.46

Clean sheets

0.39

5.62

877

Corners

1056

5.53

5.38

839

Throw-ins

1531

8.02

0.96

149

Offsides

208

1.09

1.22

191

GK saves

303

1.59

Criciuma

DISCIPLINARY

Ceara

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.10

327

430

2.25

0.10

0.10

7.20

1123

Fouls

1811

9.48

6.51

1015

Tackles

1526

7.99

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Criciuma vs Ceara Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Criciuma vs Ceara on 21 May 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Brazil Serie B fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Criciuma vs Ceara Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Criciuma's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Ceara's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Brazil Serie B Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Brazil Serie B standings and the Brazil Serie B form table to understand exactly where Criciuma and Ceara sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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