Amazonas and Criciúma are set to face off in a pivotal Brazil Série B match. Amazonas, currently with an average possession of 47% and scoring 1 goal per match, will need to capitalize on their home advantage. Criciúma, on the other hand, boasts a slightly higher possession rate of 48.57% and averages 1.29 goals per match, indicating a more aggressive offensive approach. Criciúma's defensive strength is evident with only 0.75 goals conceded per match, compared to Amazonas' 1.46. This defensive edge could be crucial in determining the outcome of the match. Historically, Criciúma has shown better form with a higher rating of 1335.12 compared to Amazonas' 1019.31, suggesting they might have the upper hand in this encounter.