Juventude vs Vila Nova prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, July 11, 2026
Serie B Brazil
In the 17th round of Brazil's Serie B on July 11, 2026, Juventude will face Vila Nova. This is a clash between clubs contending for promotion.
Juventude vs Vila Nova: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Caxias do Sul finished second to last in the Brasileirão last year. Now, they are trying to bounce back immediately, though not everything is going smoothly. Only by summer did they improve and start winning more often. For instance, they managed to beat Ceara 2-0. However, their next away game against Nautico ended in a goalless draw.
The team from Goiânia collected 47 points in 2025, finishing only thirteenth. However, this season, they have made significant progress, even rising to the top of the standings. Still, there have been setbacks this summer, with defeats to Cuiabá and Novorizontino. Earlier this week, they already played a match at home against São Bernardo.
The players who featured in Serie A last year are now scoring one goal per game at a lower level, conceding exactly 0.5 goals per match. The unexpected leaders are netting 1.53 goals on average, conceding 1.13.
Previous Matches: Juventude vs Vila Nova
Vila Nova has not lost to Juventude in their last seven consecutive meetings, winning both of the most recent encounters.
This is unlikely to be a high-scoring affair. The best bet appears to be "total under 2.0 goals" (odds – 1.83).
Juventude vs Vila Nova: Key Stats and Trends
- Juventude have won four of their last six matches
- Vila Nova have claimed victory in five of their last seven games
Juventude vs Vila Nova: Probable Starting Lineups
Juventude lines up in a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (probable lineup): Jandrei - Marcos Paulo, Messias, Rodrigo Sam - Aderlan, Lucas Mineiro, Rai Silva, Diogo Goiano - Marcos Paulo, Fabio - Alisson Safira
Vila Nova uses a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Leite - Igor Luis, Marcelo, Thiago Panhussatt, Nathan Camargo - Juan Pedro, Willian Maranhão - Janderson, Dodo, Ryan - Andre
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