Serie B
Fortaleza vs Vila Nova
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 - 19:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estádio Governador Plácido Aderaldo Castelo
Fortaleza vs Vila Nova Prediction & Stats - Serie B 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Fortaleza vs Vila Nova carries real history into this round of the Serie B.
The two sides meet on 14/11 (Saturday) at Estádio Governador Plácido Aderaldo Castelo, 19:30 (UK time).
Read the Fortaleza vs Vila Nova prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Fortaleza vs Vila Nova
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Fortaleza vs Vila Nova call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Double Chance: Fortaleza or Draw
Last updated on 11-11-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Fortaleza the side to beat, with roughly 35% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Serie B odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Fortaleza Preview
Fortaleza reach this fixture 37 match into their Serie B. Here is where Fortaleza stand:
In this competition
16 won, 14 drawn, 7 lost
1.68 points per game
44 scored, at 1.19 a game
33 conceded, at 0.89 a game
Fortaleza, season-wide
21 won, 15 drawn, 8 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Maílton dos Santos de Sá, 9 goals
Most assists: Maílton dos Santos de Sá, 3 assists
Recent results — Fortaleza
07/11/2026 14:10
02/11/2026 14:00
24/10/2026 17:30
16/10/2026 19:30
12/10/2026 15:00
Vila Nova: how they are travelling
Vila Nova come in 37 matches into their Serie B.
Here is what Tigrão have produced:
In this competition
19 won, 9 drawn, 9 lost
1.78 points per game
53 scored, at 1.43 a game
38 conceded, at 1.03 a game
Tigrão, season-wide
19 won, 12 drawn, 9 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Janderson Santos de Souza, 10 goals
Most assists: Janderson Santos de Souza, 9 assists
Recent results — Tigrão
07/11/2026 18:00
31/10/2026 16:30
24/10/2026 15:30
18/10/2026 17:00
11/10/2026 16:30
The head-to-head favours Fortaleza
Recent meetings have tended to go Fortaleza's way against Vila Nova.
From 5 match(es):
Fortaleza: 2 win(s)
Vila Nova: 1 win(s)
Drawn: 2
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Fortaleza vs Vila Nova prediction.
Form comparison Fortaleza vs Vila Nova
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Fortaleza
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
D
W
D
|
1.68 |
| Home |
D
D
D
D
D
|
1.94 |
| Away |
L
D
W
W
W
|
1.42 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 43% | 50% | 37% |
| Goals | 2.08 | 2.39 | 1.79 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.5 | 0.89 |
| Conceded | 0.89 | 0.89 | 0.89 |
| Both Teams to Score | 46% | 56% | 37% |
| Without Conceding | 43% | 39% | 47% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 17% | 32% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.48 | 1.72 | 1.26 |
|
xGA
|
1.44 | 1.26 | 1.6 |
Away Team
Vila Nova
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
D
L
D
|
1.78 |
| Home |
W
W
D
D
D
|
2.32 |
| Away |
L
W
W
D
L
|
1.22 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 51% | 68% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.46 | 2.68 | 2.22 |
| Scored | 1.43 | 1.89 | 0.94 |
| Conceded | 1.03 | 0.79 | 1.28 |
| Both Teams to Score | 41% | 47% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 41% | 47% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 11% | 39% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.71 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.29 | 1.13 | 1.45 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Fortaleza to Win the 1st Half
Backing Fortaleza to win the first half is our top betting recommendation.
They are a team that thrives on fast starts, applying early pressure with an aggressive attacking style. Given their strong home performances and ability to dominate from the start, we expect them to take control early against Vila Nova and lead at halftime.
👉 Our prediction is: Draw
Who wins this match between Fortaleza and Vila Nova? For us, it's too close to call, so a draw is the best betting option for this match.
After taking into account the strengths and weaknesses of both sides, including recent form, it is clear that the most likely outcome is that the match ends with no winner.
Fixture information - Fortaleza vs Vila Nova
Match: Fortaleza vs Vila Nova
Competition: Serie B
Date: Saturday, 14/11/2026
Kick-off: 19:30 (UK time)
Venue: Estádio Governador Plácido Aderaldo Castelo
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Stats
The statistics for Fortaleza vs Time do Povo that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.31
League: 2.35
Both Teams to Score
45%
League: 47%
Over 1.5+
67%
League: 69%
Over 2.5+
36%
League: 44%
Cards
5.11
League: 4.91
Corners
9.95
League: 10.73
Home Team
Fortaleza
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
D
W
D
|
1.68 |
| Home |
D
D
D
D
D
|
1.94 |
| Away |
L
D
W
W
W
|
1.42 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 43% | 50% | 37% |
| Goals | 2.08 | 2.39 | 1.79 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.5 | 0.89 |
| Conceded | 0.89 | 0.89 | 0.89 |
| Both Teams to Score | 46% | 56% | 37% |
| Without Conceding | 43% | 39% | 47% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 17% | 32% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.48 | 1.72 | 1.26 |
|
xGA
|
1.44 | 1.26 | 1.6 |
Away Team
Vila Nova
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
D
L
D
|
1.78 |
| Home |
W
W
D
D
D
|
2.32 |
| Away |
L
W
W
D
L
|
1.22 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 51% | 68% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.46 | 2.68 | 2.22 |
| Scored | 1.43 | 1.89 | 0.94 |
| Conceded | 1.03 | 0.79 | 1.28 |
| Both Teams to Score | 41% | 47% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 41% | 47% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 24% | 11% | 39% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.71 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.29 | 1.13 | 1.45 |
Corners
10.51 / Match
+1% Corners / Match
Vila Nova received +1% more corners than Fortaleza in the Serie B
10.6 / Match
Novorizontino
(2)
Atlético GO
(7)
Ponte Preta
(9)
Sport Recife
(3)
CRB
(6)
América Mineiro
(5)
Náutico
(7)(8)
Criciúma
(9)
Juventude
(3)
São Bernardo
(6)
Novorizontino
(4)
Náutico
(8)
Cuiabá
(1)
Botafogo SP
Cards
2.68 / Match
+2% Cards / Match
Vila Nova received +2% more cards than Fortaleza in the Serie B
2.73 / Match
Novorizontino
(1)
Atlético GO
(4)
Ponte Preta
(1)
Sport Recife
(3)
CRB
(3)
América Mineiro
(2)
Náutico
(1)(1)
Criciúma
(1)
Juventude
(1)
São Bernardo
(2)
Novorizontino
(4)
Náutico
(4)
Cuiabá
(3)
Botafogo SP
Goals Scored
1.19 / Match
+20%
Vila Nova is +20% better in terms of goals scored
1.43 / Match
Novorizontino
(1)
Atlético GO
(0)
Ponte Preta
(2)
Sport Recife
(2)
CRB
(2)
América Mineiro
(1)
Náutico
(1)(1)
Criciúma
(2)
Juventude
(2)
São Bernardo
(2)
Novorizontino
(2)
Náutico
(0)
Cuiabá
(1)
Botafogo SP
Goals Conceded
0.89 / Match
+14%
Vila Nova condeded +14% more goals than Fortaleza
1.03 / Match
Novorizontino
(2)
Atlético GO
(0)
Ponte Preta
(2)
Sport Recife
(0)
CRB
(2)
América Mineiro
(0)
Náutico
(1)(0)
Criciúma
(2)
Juventude
(3)
São Bernardo
(2)
Novorizontino
(0)
Náutico
(0)
Cuiabá
(0)
Botafogo SP
Serie B Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Novorizontino
|
37 | 20 | 10 | 7 | 66 | 32 | 34 | 70 | 1.89 |
| 2 |
Juventude
|
37 | 19 | 11 | 7 | 49 | 26 | 23 | 68 | 1.84 |
| 3 |
Vila Nova
|
37 | 19 | 9 | 9 | 53 | 38 | 15 | 66 | 1.78 |
| 4 |
Fortaleza
|
37 | 16 | 14 | 7 | 44 | 33 | 11 | 62 | 1.68 |
| 5 |
Criciúma
|
37 | 18 | 8 | 11 | 38 | 31 | 7 | 62 | 1.68 |
| 6 |
Atlético GO
|
37 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 45 | 35 | 10 | 58 | 1.57 |
| 7 |
CRB
|
37 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 57 | 51 | 6 | 58 | 1.57 |
| 8 |
Goiás
|
37 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 39 | 41 | -2 | 58 | 1.57 |
| 9 |
Sport Recife
|
37 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 50 | 42 | 8 | 55 | 1.49 |
| 10 |
Operário PR
|
37 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 49 | 50 | -1 | 54 | 1.46 |
| 11 |
São Bernardo
|
37 | 14 | 10 | 13 | 52 | 42 | 10 | 52 | 1.41 |
| 12 |
Botafogo SP
|
37 | 14 | 9 | 14 | 45 | 39 | 6 | 51 | 1.38 |
| 13 |
Cuiabá
|
37 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 34 | 32 | 2 | 47 | 1.27 |
| 14 |
Athletic Club
|
37 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 44 | 44 | 0 | 47 | 1.27 |
| 15 |
Náutico
|
37 | 12 | 10 | 15 | 40 | 49 | -9 | 46 | 1.24 |
| 16 |
Ceará
|
37 | 11 | 10 | 16 | 38 | 47 | -9 | 43 | 1.16 |
| 17 |
Avaí
|
37 | 11 | 7 | 19 | 35 | 47 | -12 | 40 | 1.08 |
| 18 |
Londrina
|
37 | 8 | 8 | 21 | 45 | 58 | -13 | 32 | 0.86 |
| 19 |
América Mineiro
|
37 | 8 | 5 | 24 | 27 | 55 | -28 | 29 | 0.78 |
| 20 |
Ponte Preta
|
37 | 3 | 6 | 28 | 21 | 79 | -58 | 15 | 0.41 |
Odds
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