Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Copa Sudamericana match.
Unlike Huracán, who have already secured progression to the knockout stage, Corinthians Paulista still need to pick up points in the final round to keep ahead of América de Cali. The game in Buenos Aires is expected to be a cautious affair, with both teams likely to focus on avoiding errors in their own half.
Huracán
Over the weekend, Huracán edged out Independiente 1:0 via a penalty in the Apertura semi-finals — their third straight clean sheet. In the Copa Sudamericana, the hosts have conceded just twice while collecting 11 points from a possible 15. With nothing at stake in the group standings, the coaching staff are expected to give minutes to a motivated second-string squad.
Corinthians Paulista
Corinthians Paulista have struggled in attack during the continental campaign, scoring just five goals in five matches. Two weeks ago, the visitors narrowly beat group outsiders Racing Club de Montevideo away from home (1:0), with Matheus Bidu netting the winner in the closing stages. Corinthians Paulista managed just 0.40 xG and only two shots on target over 90 minutes. Since 17 March, seven of their nine away matches have finished with Total Under 2.5 goals —they prefer to sit deep and play on the break.
Huracán vs Corinthians Paulista Prediction
Unlike their earlier group stage meeting — a 2:1 win for Huracán — the hosts are unlikely to take many risks this time. Corinthians Paulista will be forced to push forward, but are unlikely to exceed the 2.5-goal threshold on their own.
