Fortaleza vs. Bragantino Preview and Betting Odds

Fortaleza and Bragantino will meet in Matchday 17 of the Brasileirão. One Team is trying to break free from a poor streak, while the other continues to show inconsistency.

The hosts, 19th-placed Fortaleza, have endured a dismal season. With just 11 points from 2 wins and five draws, they’ve lost over half their matches. Their recent form reflects the struggle, with four losses and one draw in the last five games.

Their opponents, Bragantino, sit 4th in the standings and aim to stay in the title race. However, they have hit a rough patch, losing their last two matches. Their current record stands at eight wins, three draws, and five losses. To remain contenders, they must bounce back immediately.

This match could prove decisive for both sides. The Leão do Pici must find a spark to avoid sinking further, while Bragantino needs to rediscover its winning rhythm.

Fortaleza vs. Bragantino Betting Pick and Info

Why Bet on Fortaleza?

Fortaleza desperately needs a turnaround. Their attack lacks consistency, and their defense has conceded far too many goals. Despite their struggles, they managed to grab a point recently, showing they haven’t completely given up. At home, they could be more competitive, but recent results don’t offer much optimism.

Despite their struggles, the Leão do Pici has shown occasional resilience. In their last five matches in the Brasileirão, they earned draws against Bahia 1-1 and Ceará, though they suffered heavy defeats, including a 5-0 loss to Flamengo and a 3-2 reverse to Santos.

They have scored in three of their last four matches against the “Massa Bruta”, demonstrating their ability to pose a threat in attack despite their current standings.

Why Bet on Bragantino?

Bragantino’s recent dip is concerning. They’ve lost three of their last five games, which has caused them to fall seven points behind the leaders. Even so, they’re still in a strong position and now face one of the league’s worst teams. If they tighten up defensively—having conceded the most goals among the top 7—they should have enough to leave Fortaleza with three points.

Midfielder Jhonatan dos Santos Rosa, often deployed as a flexible number 10, has increased Bragantino’s creativity and link-up in the final third, scoring two goals and two assists.

The Massa Bruta has shown they can impose their game regardless of opponent or venue. Against a struggling Fortaleza side, their quality and structure could be key to getting the win.

However, Fernando Seabra’s team needs to improve control and efficiency, particularly during transitions.

Betting Analysis: Fortaleza vs. Bragantino

Considering Leão do Pici’s poor season, we don’t expect any home celebrations.

In the previous five matches, Bragantino have two wins, Fortaleza have two, and there has been one draw.

The odds at Gambyl Exchange favor Fortaleza, with their Moneyline at +121, while Bragantino is at +248, and a draw at +232.

Fortaleza’s season has been underwhelming, and their current form offers little hope of a turnaround. Meanwhile, the Massa Bruta, despite its setbacks, possesses the quality to exploit Fortaleza’s weaknesses.

Go for a win for Bragantino. If you bet $100 at +248, you will gain $248 for a total payout of $348.

Fortaleza vs. Bragantino Betting Pick: Bragantino