Ceara take on the visitors Bahia at “Estadio Placido Aderaldo Castelo” in the semi-final clash of the Copa do Nordeste Play Offs. The match will be played in Fortaleza on Friday, June 22nd.
Ceara have great expectations in regards to the current tournament. The side must earn the trophy for its supporters. It should be noted that “Vozao” won its group in a confident manner, having managed to pick up 13 points in six encounters played. The team demonstrated high class in attack, having scored 12 goals while its defense also looked tough with three goals conceded. In the latest fights conducted in front of their fans Ceara have gained 2:2 draw against Palmeiras together with two defeats from Cruzeiro 0:1 and Gremio 0:2.
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Meanwhile, Bahia also show quite solid performance in the cup. The side produces excellent football, being a real nightmare for its opponents. “Tricolor” calmly deserved the first position in its group, having collected 12 points in six rounds conducted. The team demonstrated astonishing play in attack, having scored 11 goals, however, its defense also felt rather confident with five goals conceded. In the recent away battles Bahia have lost to Parana 0:1, Flamengo RJ 0:2 and Palmeiras 0:3.
Bahia celebrated 3:1 victory in their previous head-to-head against Ceara. Still, at the moment, it is difficult to define a favourite in the upcoming clash, but “Vozao” has a slight advantage due to the home-field factor.
Prediction for the match: Ceara to win with 0.0 Asian handicap.
