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The Copa Libertadores continues this Thursday and the match between Fortaleza vs Cerro Porteno promises to be of the most attractive matches of the Copa Libertadores 2023 third phase. The game between Brazilians and Paraguayans in the first leg will take place at the Castelao Stadium.
At JefeBet, we provide you with all the reliable information in advance of the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana 2023 between Fortaleza vs Cerro Porteno. As well as the best predictions and odds for this exciting match.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Fortaleza vs Cerro Porteno Copa Libertadores third Stage First Leg Game on March 9, 2023
- Where: Castelão Stadium, Fortaleza, Brazil
- When: Thursday, March 9, 2023, 05:00 PM ET
- Moneyline: Fortaleza (-148) / Tie (+265) / Cerro Porteño (+440)
- Asian Handicap: Fortaleza (AH -0.75, -113) / Cerro Porteno (AH +0.75, -106)
- Over/Under: Over (2.5, +125) / Under (2.5, -155)
- Both teams score: Yes (+115) / No (-150)
Odds provided by Unibet.
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Betting on Fortaleza Esporte Clube
Fortaleza is looking for a place in the group stage. The Brazilian team led by Juan Pablo Vojvoda reached this stage of the Copa Libertadores after beating Deportivo Maldonado of Uruguay 4-0 in the second round.
However, last weekend, O Leão did not have a good time in its local championship. They lost the city big-game 2-0 to Ceará in the group stage of the Copa do Nordeste. After their unfortunate defeat, they urgently need a change of focus in order to return to the surprising role they played in the Libertadores qualifiers.
Possible lineup (4-4-2): Fernando Miguel; Tinga, Marcelo Benevenuto, Titi, Bruno Pacheco; Hercules, Caio Alexandre, Romarinho, Calebe; Tomás Pochettino, Thiago Galhardo.
Betting on Cerro Porteño
On the other hand, Cerro Porteño also imposed its authority and history in the Copa Libertadores. The Paraguayan team reached the final stage of the qualifying round after beating Curicó Unido of Chile 2-0. For this reason, Facundo Sava’s team will do whatever is necessary to keep its international momentum up.
Among other issues, and just like their opponent to face this Thursday, the Ciclón de Barrio Obrero also arrives at this crucial game after having played a big-game this past weekend. The Blue and Red team drew 2-2 against Olimpia in the Paraguayan big-game, in the sixth round of the Paraguayan league.
Possible lineup (4-1-3-2): Miguel Irala; Alberto Espínola, Juan Patiño, Gabriel Báez, Daniel Rivas; Wílder Viera; Federico Carrizo, Claudio Aquino, Ángel Cardozo; Diego Churín, Robert Morales.
JefeBet Prediction
The Brazilian home advantage always weighs heavily in Copa Libertadores matches. It is evident that Fortaleza starts with a slight favoritism.
However, we cannot ignore Cerro Porteño’s considerable unbeaten streak. The team from the city of Asunción has not lost since October 2022. Will Cerro Porteno be able to extend their string of good results outside their country?
Prediction: Fortaleza and Cerro draw 1-1.
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