Fri, 18 Sept 2026, 23:30
Serie B
Brazil
Brazil
Full Time
2:1
HT: 0 - 1

Match Timeline

9'
Julio Cesar Alves Goncalves🟨
Yellow Card
10'
Patrick Marcos de Sousa Freitas🟨
Yellow Card
31'
Enzo Valentim Lodovico
Penalty cancelled
45'
Nicolás Ferreira🔄
Substitution 1 → Rian Bonfim De Santana
45'
Julio Cesar Alves Goncalves🔄
Substitution 2 → Matheus Araujo
45+1'
Enderson Alves Moreira🟨
Yellow Card
45+2'
Bryan Borges Mascarenhas🟨
Yellow Card
45+4'
Matheus Henrique Bianqui
Normal Goal → Madson Ferreira dos Santos
48'
Melquisedeque Costa De Oliveira
Normal Goal
55'
João Gabriel Santos Batista🟨
Yellow Card
61'
Rian Bonfim De Santana
Normal Goal → Enzo Valentim Lodovico
67'
Francisco Reidiney Duarte Gomes🔄
Substitution 1 → Juninho
67'
Nicolas Morês da Cruz🔄
Substitution 2 → Diego Galo
78'
Luís Oyama🔄
Substitution 3 → Carlos Henrique de Moura Brito
79'
Romulo Azevedo Simão🔄
Substitution 4 → Vinicius
80'
Enzo Valentim Lodovico🔄
Substitution 3 → Richardson
82'
Matheus Henrique Bianqui🟨
Yellow Card
87'
Matheus Henrique Bianqui🔄
Substitution 5 → Luiz Otavio Maria
87'
João Gabriel Santos Batista🔄
Substitution 4 → Lucas Mugni
90+4'
Saulo Mineiro
Penalty cancelled
90+6'
Robson🟨
Yellow Card
90+7'
Melquisedeque Costa De Oliveira🔄
Substitution 5 → Vinícius
90+9'
Richardson🟨
Yellow Card
90+10'
Juninho🟨
Yellow Card

Match Statistics

242Passes accurate302
6Shots insidebox14
2Shots outsidebox10
2Blocked Shots5
12Free Kicks10
3Shots on Goal9
8Goalkeeper Saves1
3Shots off Goal10
4Offsides2
335Total passes384
8Total Shots24
4Yellow Cards4
2Corner Kicks9
11Fouls13
0Red Cards0
46Ball Possession54

Starting Lineups

CearaCeara1:1

Starting XI

1RichardG
12SanchezD
18JúlioM
11N. FerreiraM
73Saulo MineiroF
13Luiz OtávioD
81Joao GabrielM
40RichardM
4Luiz OtávioD
60EnzoM
31BryanD

NovorizontinoNovorizontino1:1

Starting XI

93JordiG
5SanderD
6Luis OyamaM
30Nicolas CarecaM
11RobsonF
4PatrickD
17Matheus BianquiM
10RomuloM
26Gabriel BahiaD
41ReidineyM
2MadsonD

Head-to-Head

📈 Team Form & Statistics

Ceara
Ceara
Form: D-L-W-L-W
Novorizontino
Novorizontino
Form: D-W-W-W-W
Record
4 W
1 D
5 L
6 W
2 D
2 L
Goals Per Game
1.3
Scored
vs
2.0
Scored
1.5
Conceded
vs
0.8
Conceded
Betting Indicators
Clean Sheets
10%
Clean Sheets
20%
BTTS
60%
BTTS
60%
Home/Away Performance
Scored
Home:1.4
Away:1.2
Conceded
Home:1.2
Away:1.8
Scored
Home:1.5
Away:2.8
Conceded
Home:0.8
Away:0.8

ELO comparison

Pre-match ratings

Rating period
Match snapshot
Ceara versus Novorizontino: long term ELO, before the match
CearaHomeRatingNovorizontinoAway
Strength
1,502Overall1,639.9
1,588.3Match venue1,568
1,588.3At home1,619.5
1,459.9Away1,568
Attack & defence
1,460.1Attack1,564.4
1,520.9Defence1,627.5
1,493.6Home attack1,559.1
1,449.5Away attack1,487.5
1,566.9Home defence1,591.6
1,508.4Away defence1,636.9
Match profile
1,510Goal environment1,310
1,520Home goals1,456.7
1,490Away goals1,353.3
1,507.3Possession1,490.8
Specialist ratings
1,527.5Set-piece attack1,523.9
1,526.9Set-piece defence1,523.4
1,524.1Close games1,550.6
1,495Winning margin1,673.9

Match venue compares Ceara at home with Novorizontino away. All ratings are within this league.

Higher goal environment ratings mean higher-scoring games, not necessarily a stronger team. A starting league rating is 1500.

📝 Match Preview

Novorizontino Look Set to Travel and Take the Points
Recommendation:AWAY_WIN
Odds:2.70
Expected Value:+129.5%
Confidence:85

Alright, listen up! We’ve got a proper clash in Brazil’s Serie B this weekend as Ceara host the league leaders, Novorizontino. If you’re looking for a bit of graft and some straight-up quality, this is the one to keep your eyes on. It’s a classic case of the league leaders looking to maintain their grip on the top spot against a side struggling to find their footing. Novorizontino are absolutely flying right now. They’re sitting pretty at the very top of the table with 50 points, and they’ve done it with a bit of swagger. Their away form is nothing short of clinical—they’ve managed to grab a win in 75% of their travels this season. Even better? They’re bagging a massive 2.75 goals every time they step out of their own backyard. They aren't just winning; they're putting teams to sleep with their offensive output. They come into this match with a point to prove, looking to keep that momentum rolling. On the other side, we’ve got Ceara. They’re currently languishing in 15th place, trying to find some consistency in a tough league. While they’re generally decent at home, their defense has been a bit of a sieve lately. They’ve only managed to keep a clean sheet once in their last ten games, conceding 1.50 goals on average. When you pit a side that's struggling to stay in the top half against a team that's currently leading the pack, the math starts to look very one-sided. The head-to-head also leans toward the visitors, with Novorizontino holding three wins against Ceara's two. The goal expectancy for this match is also telling—Novorizontino is expected to find the net nearly twice as often as Ceara. With the league leaders looking for a solid result to keep their crown, and Ceara’s backline looking a bit shaky, there’s a lot of value here. The odds for an away win are sitting at 2.70, which is a proper bargain for a team in such dominant form. It’s a no-nonsense play for those who like to back the best team on the pitch. Key Points: - Novorizontino are currently 1st in the league with 50 points. - Novorizontino have a stellar 75% win rate on the road. - Novorizontino average 2.75 goals per game away from home. - Ceara have only managed one clean sheet in their last 10 matches. - Novorizontino hold the head-to-head advantage with 3 wins to Ceara's 2. The best bet here is Away Win.

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Ceara Ready to Upset the Leaders
Recommendation:HOME_WIN
Odds:2.62
Expected Value:+57.2%
Confidence:7

In a fascinating clash of momentum, Ceara prepares to host league leaders Novorizontino in a Serie B fixture that perfectly suits the 'underdog' spirit. While Novorizontino sits comfortably at the top of the table with 50 points, their recent points trend is actually declining. Conversely, Ceara, currently in 15th place, has been showing an improving points trend, signaling a shift in form that the bookmakers might be overlooking. Ceara has established themselves as a formidable force at home, boasting a 60.00% win rate over their last five home fixtures. This home strength is a key indicator for our 'little puppy' today. Despite their lower league position, Ceara's ability to grind out results at home provides a significant foundation for an upset. They recently secured a hard-fought 1-1 draw against 4th-place Fortaleza EC, proving they can compete with the league's elite. Novorizontino, while dominant on paper with a 75.00% away win rate over their last four games, faces a challenging environment. The market is currently pricing this match as an almost perfect toss-up, with Ceara at 2.62 and Novorizontino at 2.70. For a league leader against a 15th-place side, this parity represents massive hidden value for the underdog. When we look at the numbers, Ceara's 60.00% home win rate suggests a much higher probability of success than the 38.1% implied by the 2.62 odds. Combined with Novorizontino's declining trend and Ceara's upward trajectory, the value is clear. We are backing the underdog to defy the standings and secure a victory in front of their home supporters. Key Points: - Ceara (15th) is the underdog against league leaders Novorizontino (1st). - Ceara holds a strong 60.00% home win rate over their last 5 home games. - Novorizontino is showing a declining points trend, while Ceara's trend is improving. - Market parity (2.62 vs 2.70) offers significant value on the underdog win. - Ceara recently proved their resilience with a draw against 4th-place Fortaleza EC. We are backing the underdog Ceara to secure a home victory.

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Ceara vs Novorizontino | The Big O's Goal-Fest Forecast
Recommendation:OVER_2_5
Odds:2.30
Expected Value:+38.0%
Confidence:7

Listen up, football fans! Life’s too short for nil-nils, and this Serie B clash is practically begging for some high-octane action. If you're looking for a boring, defensive stalemate, you're in the wrong place, because the numbers are screaming for a goal-fest. Novorizontino are currently sitting pretty at the top of the table, and they aren't just winning; they're putting on a show. Their away form is absolutely electric, boasting a staggering 2.75 goals scored per game on the road. They’ve been hitting the back of the net with clinical precision, and they’re heading into Ceara's backyard looking to keep that momentum rolling. They are the definition of an offensive powerhouse right now. Ceara, on the other hand, are struggling to keep things tight. While they've shown some resilience, their home clean sheet rate is a measly 10.00%, and they concede an average of 1.50 goals per game. When a team with a high-scoring away average meets a home side that struggles to keep a clean sheet, you can almost hear the net bulging from here. The goal expectancy for this match sits at a juicy 3.05, which is exactly the kind of high-scoring environment I live for. The history between these two also screams 'action.' In their head-to-head meetings, a massive 80% of the matches have cleared the Over 2.5 Goals mark. With Novorizontino's lethal away scoring and Ceara's defensive vulnerabilities, we are primed for a match that delivers on the excitement. Don't let anyone tell you this will be a cagey affair—we're looking for goals, we're looking for action, and we're looking for that 'Big O' magic. Key Points: - Novorizontino's away scoring average is a massive 2.75 goals per game. - The Poisson goal expectancy for this fixture is 3.05. - 80% of head-to-head meetings between these two have seen Over 2.5 Goals. - Ceara has a very low home clean sheet rate of only 10.00%. We are looking for a high-scoring affair where the visitors' offensive power meets a leaky home defense. Recommended Bet: Over 2.5 Goals

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Novorizontino's Road Dominance vs Ceara
Recommendation:AWAY_WIN
Odds:2.70
Expected Value:+75.5%
Confidence:8

Listen up, my friends! If you're looking for a light salad of a game, you're looking at the wrong menu. We want the meat, the sizzle, and the win! We’re looking at a massive clash in Serie B where the top of the table meets the bottom half, and there is a lot of heat on the grill here. Novorizontino is absolutely cooking right now. They are sitting pretty at the top of the table with 50 points, and they aren't just coasting. They are a machine on the road. Look at the numbers: they’ve managed a 75% win rate in their last four away fixtures. They aren't just winning; they are putting on a show, averaging a massive 2.75 goals per game away from home. That’s not just football; that’s a feast! They’ve recently dismantled Botafogo SP 3-1 and Athletic Club 4-1, showing they have the firepower to break down any defense. On the other side, we have Ceara. They are struggling to find their rhythm, currently sitting in 15th place with only 32 points. While they can be tough at home, their defensive record is looking a bit thin, conceding 1.50 goals per game on average over their last 10 outings. They’ve shown inconsistency recently, including a 1-3 loss to Cuiaba and a 1-1 draw against Fortaleza EC. They are facing a side that is currently the gold standard of the league. When you look at the head-to-head, Novorizontino has the upper hand, winning three of the last five meetings. The most recent encounter saw them take it 2-1. With a goal expectancy of nearly 2 goals for the visitors and a league leader status, the visitors are the ones bringing the fire. Ceara might try to hold the line, but Novorizontino's offensive output is too much to ignore. They have the momentum, the points, and the clinical finishing to secure another three points on the road. We aren't here to play it safe with some bland vegetable options. We want the result that reflects the reality of the table. Novorizontino is the powerhouse here, and their away form is simply too dominant to overlook. They are ready to keep that top spot, and they'll do it by putting the ball in the back of the net. Key Points: - Novorizontino is currently 1st in Serie B with 50 points. - Novorizontino has an incredible 75% win rate in their last 4 away games. - The visitors are averaging 2.75 goals per game on the road. - Novorizontino recently secured big wins like 4-1 against Athletic Club and 3-1 against Botafogo SP. - Ceara is in 15th place and has struggled defensively, conceding 1.50 goals per game. - Novorizontino won the most recent H2H 2-1. - Goal expectancy favors the away side heavily at 1.98. The visitors are ready to serve up a win.

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Ceara vs Novorizontino Preview: The Leaders' Path
Recommendation:AWAY_WIN
Odds:2.70
Expected Value:+21.5%
Confidence:7

The Force is strong with the leaders. Novorizontino, sitting atop the Serie B table with 50 points, arrives with a destiny that seems written in the stars. Their journey away from home has been one of dominance, boasting a 75% win rate in their last four away games and a staggering 2.75 goals scored per game on the road. They do not merely play; they conquer. In the archives of the past, they have shown their might, securing a 2-1 victory in their most recent clash against Ceara. To see the path ahead, one must look at the numbers. A finishing delta of 0.47 shows they are overperforming their expected goals, a sign of a sharp blade in the hands of a master. Ceara, meanwhile, finds themselves in the shadows of the bottom half, anchored in 15th place. While the home turf provides a sanctuary—a 60% win rate in recent home fixtures—it may not be enough to withstand the tide of the league leaders. They struggle with a 1.50 average goals conceded per game, a crack in the armor that the visitors will seek to exploit. They have 32 points to their name, a far cry from the 50 held by their opponents. The goal expectancy for this clash is 3.05, suggesting a battle of many strikes. Yet, the true power lies in the standings. When the 1st place team meets the 15th, the weight of the match tilts heavily. One must consider the history; Novorizontino has won 3 of the 5 head-to-head meetings. Look at the recent form, you must. Novorizontino has secured 6 wins in their last 10 outings, maintaining a points per game average of 2.00. They are a machine of efficiency. Ceara, by contrast, has managed only 4 wins in their last 10, struggling to find the consistency needed to climb the ladder. The disparity in their league positions—1st versus 15th—is a chasm that few can bridge. While Ceara's home performance is respectable, it faces a Novorizontino side that has mastered the art of the away game. Do or do not bet, there is no try. But hedge your bets, you should, for the path of the 1st place team is rarely without obstacles. The numbers suggest a victory for the leaders, but the home side will fight with the desperation of those with much to gain. Wise, you must be. Key Points: - Novorizontino is currently 1st in Serie B with 50 points. - Novorizontino has a 75% win rate in their last 4 away games. - Novorizontino averages a high 2.75 goals scored per game on the road. - Ceara is in 15th place with only 32 points. - Head-to-head history favors Novorizontino, who won the most recent meeting 2-1. Novorizontino's league dominance and prolific away scoring make them the clear favorites to take all three points. Recommended Bet: Away Win

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