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

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 vs Ceara: Starting Lineups Time : 21/05/2023 14:30

Criciuma
1 - 2
Finished
Ceara
65' event Jonathan Francisco Lemos,Joninha
45+1' event Miqueias
36' event Fellipe Mateus
32' event Marquinhos, Marcos Gabriel do Nascimento
event 87' Bruno Ferreira Ventura Diniz
event 58' Richard de Oliveira Costa
event 44' Erick de Arruda Serafim
event 35' Caique
event 33' Danilo Carvalho Barcelos
event 29' Richardson Fernandes dos Santos
event 3' Nicolas Godinho Johann
65' event Jonathan Francisco Lemos,Joninha
event 87' Bruno Ferreira Ventura Diniz
45+1' event Miqueias
event 58' Richard de Oliveira Costa
36' event Fellipe Mateus
event 44' Erick de Arruda Serafim
32' event Marquinhos, Marcos Gabriel do Nascimento
event 35' Caique
event 33' Danilo Carvalho Barcelos
event 29' Richardson Fernandes dos Santos
event 3' Nicolas Godinho Johann
Criciuma Criciuma Ceara Ceara
21Shots12
9Shots on Goal6
13Fouls12
9Corner Kick2
11Free kick13
0Offside3
3Yellow card5
5Save6
7Interceptions14
12Shots off goal6
1Hit The Post0
18Head Success15
14Tackle16
5Dribbles4
475Passes316
122Attacks70
61Dangerous attacks23
2Corner Kicks(HT)1
Commentary
87' Bruno Ferreira Ventura Diniz - Ceara receive a yellow card
65' Jonathan Francisco Lemos,Joninha - Criciuma receive a yellow card
58' Richard de Oliveira Costa - Ceara receive a yellow card
45+1' Miqueias - Criciuma receive a yellow card
44' Goal! Erick de Arruda Serafim - Ceara
36' Fellipe Mateus - Criciuma receive a yellow card
35' Caique - Ceara receive a yellow card
33' Danilo Carvalho Barcelos - Ceara receive a yellow card
32' Penalty scored! Marquinhos, Marcos Gabriel do Nascimento - Criciuma
29' Richardson Fernandes dos Santos - Ceara receive a yellow card
3' Goal! Nicolas Godinho Johann - Ceara

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 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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Criciuma and Ceara sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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