Volta Redonda vs Chapecoense-sc Prediction

Ag man, this one looks pretty straightforward! Volta Redonda is having an absolute shocker of a season, sitting second from bottom with only 34 points. They've been terrible lately - just 1 win in their last 10 games and can barely score a goal (0.40 per game!). Their recent results tell the story: losses to Atletico Paranaense (2-0), Botafogo SP (0-1), and Coritiba (0-1). The only bright spot was a 2-1 win against remo way back in September.

On the other side, Chapecoense-sc is flying high in 4th place with 58 points. They've been much more solid with 4 wins, 4 draws, and only 2 losses in their last 10. They score goals (1.20 per game) and keep things tight at the back. Even though they lost their last game 0-1 to America Mineiro, they've had some good results like beating Goias 3-1 away and Operario-PR 2-0 at home.

The head-to-head doesn't help Volta Redonda either - these teams met once this season and Chapecoense smashed them 4-2. Volta Redonda's home form is pathetic with only a 20% win rate, while Chapecoense is decent on the road with 40% away wins.

Looking at the stats, Volta Redonda takes shots but can't hit the target properly (only 24.8% accuracy), while Chapecoense is much more clinical at 40.4%. The home side also concedes goals regularly, especially away from home where they let in 2.00 per game.

With Chapecoense fighting for a top spot and Volta Redonda basically already relegated, the motivation levels are completely different. This looks like a mismatch on paper, and the recent form backs that up completely.