Sport Recife vs Fortaleza Prediction and Betting Tips on April 26, 2025
Game Prediction
Sport Recife will host Fortaleza at Estádio Adelmar da Costa Carvalho in Recife on April 26, 2025, in a Brazilian Serie A match at 23:00 UTC. The home side is struggling after a string of losses, while Fortaleza aims to capitalize on their recent form to secure a positive result in this Northeast derby.
Sport Recife vs Fortaleza Key Stats & Trends
- Sport Recife lall of their last 5 games
- The Leão averages 0.8 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per game
- Sport Recife won 20% of their last 5 home games.
- Fortaleza are winless in their last 5 games, with 3 draws and 2 losses.
- The away side scores 0.8 goals and concedes 1.2 on average
- 60% of Fortaleza’s last 5 away games ended in a draw.
Sport Recife vs Fortaleza Recent Form
Sport Recife is under pressure heading into this match. The Recife-based side sits bottom in the Serie A standings with just 1 point from 5 games. The Leão have lost all oftheir last five matches. Coach Augusto Inácio will rely on home support to boost morale and secure a much-needed victory to distance themselves from the relegation zone.
Fortaleza, on the other hand, is in better shape, sitting in 14th place with 5 points from 5 games. The Tricolor do Pici drew 1-1 against Mirassol in their last league outing, having 3 draws and 2 losses in their last 5 games across all competitions. With a balanced squad and recent consistency, Fortaleza will look to exploit Sport Recife’s defensive frailties in this clash.
Form
- Sport Recife: L-L-L-L-L
- Fortaleza: D-D-L-L-D
Head-to-Head
In their last five encounters, Fortaleza left only little to Sport Recife, having won three games, while sharing spoils twice with their opponents.
Predicted Line-ups
- Sport Recife possible line-up: Caique França (GK), Hereda, João Silva, Chico, Igor Cariús, Lucas Lima, Du Queiroz, Christian Rivera, Sérgio Oliveira, Chrystian Barletta, Pablo
- Fortaleza possible line-up: João Ricardo (GK), Tinga, Emanuel Brítez, Tomás Cardona, Bruno Pacheco, Zé Welison, Hércules, Pochettino, Moisés, Juan Martín Lucero, Renato Kayzer
Sport Recife vs Fortaleza Pre-game Odds & Win Probability
Despite their poor form, Sport Recife is slightly favored by bookmakers due to their home advantage, with a 38% chance of winning at odds of 2.52. A draw is priced at 3.22 (30%), while a Fortaleza victory stands at 2.91, reflecting a 33% probability.
Correct Score Prediction: Sport Recife 1-1 Fortaleza
Given both teams’ recent struggles in attack and defensive vulnerabilities, a low-scoring draw seems likely. Sport Recife’s home form and Fortaleza’s away inconsistencies suggest neither side will dominate, making a 1-1 scoreline a reasonable prediction.
Expert Tip: Draw & Both Teams To Score ‘Yes’
Considering the recent form and head-to-head trends, a draw with both teams scoring offers value. Sport Recife’s home resilience and Fortaleza’s attacking threat make this a balanced contest. The ‘Both Teams To Score – Yes’ market is available at 1.92 (49%), and combining it with a draw outcome provides a solid betting option.
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