Serie B
Goiás vs Criciúma
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 - 01:00 (UK Time)
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Goiás vs Criciúma Prediction & Tips | Serie B 2026
Predictions
Get ready for an exciting matchup as Goiás hosts Criciúma in round 3 of the Serie B.
The game kicks off on Tue, 07 April 2026 at 01:00 (UK Time), and we’ve prepared a comprehensive prediction to help you make informed betting decisions.
Are you looking for more predictions from this league? Make sure to check out our Serie B predictions or view all match predictions for today.
Eagle Predict Prediction
Goiás Win
Last updated on 05-04-2026.
Quick Stats Summary
Check out the stats below to quickly understand the dynamics between both teams and their recent form.
Esmeraldino: 1W / 1D / 0L – Avg. 4 goals scored per game
Criciúma Esporte Clube: 1W / 1D / 0L – Avg. 1.5 goals scored per game
Last 13 meetings: Goiás won 4, Criciúma won 3, 6 draws
Esmeraldino vs Criciúma Esporte Clube Betting Tips & Predictions
We’ve analysed the form, stats, and head-to-head results to provide expert betting tips for this fixture.
Our tips are backed by data and updated regularly with the latest info.
👉 Prediction: Under 9.5 Corners
After evaluating the odds across different markets, our top betting tip for this match is under 9.5 corners.
We expect Goiás vs Criciúma to be a controlled game with most of the play concentrated in midfield, decreasing the number of corner opportunities. With odds of 2.18, backing 9 or fewer corners offers good value.
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
Goiás vs Criciúma is set up to be a tough match, and we expect it to go over 2.5 goals.
With bookmakers offering odds of 2.64 on this outcome, there’s great value in betting on three or more goals being scored, especially considering the attacking strength of both teams.
Team Form: Verdão da Serra
This season in the Serie B, Goiás has played 2 matches.
Here's a snapshot of their campaign so far:
Wins: 1
Draws: 1
Losses: 0
Avg Goals Scored: 4
Avg Goals Conceded: 1.5
Here's how Goiás performed over the last 5 matches:
Form Overview
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Team Form: Criciuma
Criciúma has also had a busy run in the Serie B, with 2 matches played:
Wins: 1
Draws: 1
Losses: 0
Avg Goals Scored: 1.5
Avg Goals Conceded: 0.5
Here's how Criciúma performed over the last 5 matches:
Form Overview
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Head-to-Head: Past Meetings
Here is how both teams compare in their last 13 meetings:
Goiás Wins: 4
Criciúma Wins: 3
Draws: 6
Match Info
Date: Tue, 07 April 2026 (Tuesday)
Kick-off: 01:00 (UK Time)
Venue: Estádio de Hailé Pinheiro
Competition: Serie B
Eagle Predict Prediction
Goiás Win
Last updated on 05-04-2026.
Stats
The statistics for Esmeraldino vs Criciúma that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.5
League: 2.17
Both Teams to Score
50%
League: 60%
Over 1.5+
50%
League: 70%
Over 2.5+
50%
League: 43%
Cards
5
League: 5.57
Corners
11
League: 10.83
Home Team
Goiás
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
W
W
W
|
2 |
| Home |
L
W
W
L
W
|
3 |
| Away |
D
W
L
L
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Scored | 2.5 | 3 | 2 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.13 | 0.94 | 1.32 |
|
xGA
|
1.8 | 2.57 | 1.03 |
Away Team
Criciúma
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
D
D
|
2 |
| Home |
W
D
W
W
D
|
1 |
| Away |
L
W
D
D
D
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 0% | 100% |
| Goals | 1.5 | 2 | 1 |
| Scored | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Conceded | 0.5 | 1 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 100% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 50% | 0% | 100% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
2.02 | 3 | 1.04 |
|
xGA
|
0.91 | 0.73 | 1.1 |
Corners
11.5 / Match
+35% Corners / Match
Criciúma received +35% more corners than Goiás in the Serie B
15.5 / Match
Novorizontino
(9)
Atlético GO
(2)
Avaí
(6)
Botafogo SP
(4)
Vila Nova
(4)
Fortaleza
(3)
São Bernardo
(4)(8)
Londrina
(9)
Avaí
(6)
Operário PR
(7)
Atlético GO
(9)
Juventude
(2)
Cuiabá
(9)
CRB
Cards
4 / Match
+60% Cards / Match
Goiás received +60% more cards than Criciúma in the Serie B
2.5 / Match
Novorizontino
(3)
Atlético GO
(3)
Avaí
(2)
Botafogo SP
(4)
Vila Nova
(5)
Fortaleza
(2)
São Bernardo
(2)(2)
Londrina
(2)
Avaí
(3)
Operário PR
(3)
Atlético GO
(4)
Juventude
(0)
Cuiabá
(0)
CRB
Goals Scored
2.5 / Match
+150%
Goiás is +150% better in terms of goals scored
1 / Match
Novorizontino
(0)
Atlético GO
(1)
Avaí
(2)
Botafogo SP
(1)
Vila Nova
(1)
Fortaleza
(1)
São Bernardo
(0)(1)
Londrina
(2)
Avaí
(1)
Operário PR
(1)
Atlético GO
(0)
Juventude
(1)
Cuiabá
(3)
CRB
Goals Conceded
1.5 / Match
+67%
Goiás condeded +67% more goals than Criciúma
0.5 / Match
Novorizontino
(4)
Atlético GO
(1)
Avaí
(0)
Botafogo SP
(0)
Vila Nova
(0)
Fortaleza
(4)
São Bernardo
(1)(0)
Londrina
(1)
Avaí
(1)
Operário PR
(1)
Atlético GO
(0)
Juventude
(1)
Cuiabá
(1)
CRB
Serie B Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Vila Nova
|
12 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 18 | 11 | 7 | 25 | 2.08 |
| 2 |
São Bernardo
|
12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 24 | 2 |
| 3 |
Sport Recife
|
12 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 16 | 8 | 8 | 23 | 1.92 |
| 4 |
Fortaleza
|
12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 4 | 21 | 1.75 |
| 5 |
Novorizontino
|
12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 18 | 11 | 7 | 20 | 1.67 |
| 6 |
Criciúma
|
12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 20 | 1.67 |
| 7 |
Náutico
|
12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 19 | 1.58 |
| 8 |
Operário PR
|
12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 14 | 15 | -1 | 19 | 1.58 |
| 9 |
Athletic Club
|
12 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 1.5 |
| 10 |
Goiás
|
12 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 17 | -5 | 17 | 1.42 |
| 11 |
Cuiabá
|
12 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 1.33 |
| 12 |
Juventude
|
12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 1.33 |
| 13 |
Atlético GO
|
12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 16 | 1.33 |
| 14 |
Ceará
|
12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 16 | 1.33 |
| 15 |
CRB
|
12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 19 | 20 | -1 | 14 | 1.17 |
| 16 |
Botafogo SP
|
12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 12 | -1 | 10 | 0.83 |
| 17 |
Avaí
|
12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 17 | -5 | 10 | 0.83 |
| 18 |
Londrina
|
12 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 20 | -8 | 8 | 0.67 |
| 19 |
Ponte Preta
|
12 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 22 | -12 | 8 | 0.67 |
| 20 |
América Mineiro
|
12 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 24 | -17 | 3 | 0.25 |
Odds
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