Atlético-MG is coming into the match in high spirits after a thrilling qualification over Santos in the Sul-Americana semi-finals. They have won their last match against Fluminense 3-1 and are currently in seventh place in the league with 39 points. The team has a strong record at the Arena MRV, having lost only once at home this season.

Chapecoense, on the other hand, is struggling at the bottom of the table with only 17 points in 26 games. They have a game in hand against Vasco, which was postponed in the 21st round. The team is six points behind Remo, who are currently in penultimate place.