Kabuscorp vs Petro Atletico Prediction: Visitors’ squad quality to be the difference

The Estádio Municipal dos Coqueiros is set to host the round 12 Angola Girabola League clash between Kabuscorp and Petro Atletico. Both teams have shown strong performances this season, as reflected in their positions in the standings. Let's preview this upcoming match and make a prediction.

In their recent matches, Kabuscorp performed well by securing three wins against Primerio de Agosto, Santa Rita, and São Salvador. However, their latest encounter with Sagrada Esperança ended in a 2-0 road defeat, and they settled for a goalless draw with União de Malanje. Throughout these fixtures, Kabuscorp scored five goals and conceded two. Their average goal production per match in the current league season stands at 1.43. In terms of discipline, the home team received 6 yellow cards and one red card. Kabuscorp demonstrates proficiency in ball possession, maintaining an average of 58.50% in this season.

Petro Atletico comes into this match with three victories in their last five games against São Salvador, Interclube, and Sporting de Cabinda. Meanwhile, their matches with União de Malanje and Recreativo do Libolo ended in draws. Across these fixtures, Petro Atletico scored 13 goals while conceding five. In away games, Petro Atletico averaged 1.83 goals scored per match and conceded 0.67. Notably, the team maintains strong ball possession, with an average of 51.00% overall in this season.

Both teams appear to be evenly matched, making it difficult to identify a clear favorite for securing three points in this match. However, Petro Atletico seems to have an advantage due to their dominance, playing style, and the quality of their squad. Despite being the away team, I am leaning towards supporting them for a victory. Moreover, considering the historical context of their past encounters, the hosts have a likelihood of scoring, making a bet on both teams to score a viable option.