# | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
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28 | 13 | 10 | 5 | 47 | 30 | +17 | 49 |
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28 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 31 | 30 | +1 | 38 |
Mirassol's current form shows inconsistent performances, with the team picking up just two points from their last three matches. Their last five games include defeats to Corinthians (0-3) and Atletico Mineiro (0-1), a draw with RB Bragantino (1-1), and only one victory against Juventude (2-0). Despite this, the team remains unbeaten at home in the current Serie A season: 9 wins and 5 draws in 14 matches. Their WWLDL form sequence highlights issues in away games, while their home performances remain consistently strong.
Sao Paulo is in a deep crisis; a run of three consecutive defeats against Santos (0-1), Ceara (0-1), and a single victory over Fortaleza (2:0) does not change the overall picture. In their last five rounds, the team has managed just one win against four losses. Sao Paulo's away record is modest: 3 wins, 5 draws, and 6 defeats in 14 matches, with a negative goal difference of 13:17. Their current LLWLL form confirms serious problems both in attack and in their overall organization.
Tournament standings statistics show Mirassol's superiority across all key metrics. The team sits in 4th place with 49 points and a +17 goal difference, compared to Sao Paulo's 8th place and a +1 goal difference. Mirassol's home stats are impressive: 31 goals scored and only 13 conceded on their own turf. Sao Paulo averages less than a goal per game on the road. In the only head-to-head meeting this season, Mirassol secured a 2-0 away victory, underscoring their psychological advantage.
The tactical outlook suggests Mirassol will control the game through possession and leverage their home invincibility as a key factor. The team is known for its high conversion rate in attack, especially at home. Sao Paulo, struggling to create clear-cut chances (failing to score from open play in their last three matches), will likely focus on defense and counter-attacks. However, their poor away form and low scoring efficiency make this plan largely ineffective against Mirassol's defensive unit, which has conceded only 13 goals at home this season.
The match recommendation clearly points to a Mirassol victory. The combination of the hosts' absolute home invincibility, the visitors' deep crisis, and statistical dominance in all areas leaves Sao Paulo with little chance of a positive result. Mirassol is expected to score at least two goals, given their home scoring prowess and the visitors' shaky defense. The predicted scoreline is 2-0 in favor of Mirassol, which would mirror the result of their first encounter this season and strengthen the team's position in the fight for a Copa Libertadores spot.