Serie B
Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 - 00:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estádio Onésio Brasileiro Alvarenga
Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta Prediction & Stats - Serie B 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta carries real history into this round of the Serie B.
The two sides meet on 20/08 (Thursday) at Estádio Onésio Brasileiro Alvarenga, 00:30 (UK time).
Read the Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals
Last updated on 17-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Vila Nova the side to beat, with roughly 68% 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.
Vila Nova Preview
Vila Nova reach this fixture 22 match into their Serie B. Here is where Tigrão stand:
In this competition
11 won, 4 drawn, 7 lost
1.68 points per game
29 scored, at 1.32 a game
25 conceded, at 1.14 a game
Tigrão, season-wide
11 won, 7 drawn, 7 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Janderson Santos de Souza, 5 goals
Most assists: Marcos Gabriel do Nascimento, 6 assists
Recent results — Vila Nova
15/08/2026 15:00
08/08/2026 15:00
27/07/2026 18:30
21/07/2026 20:35
18/07/2026 15:00
Ponte Preta: how they are travelling
Ponte Preta come in 22 matches into their Serie B.
Here is what Associação Atlética Ponte Preta have produced:
In this competition
2 won, 4 drawn, 16 lost
0.45 points per game
16 scored, at 0.73 a game
42 conceded, at 1.91 a game
Associação Atlética Ponte Preta, season-wide
3 won, 4 drawn, 17 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Guilherme Brandão Azevedo, 3 goals
Most assists: Elvis Vieira Araújo, 5 assists
Recent results — Associação Atlética Ponte Preta
14/08/2026 18:30
07/08/2026 19:30
28/07/2026 18:30
22/07/2026 18:30
18/07/2026 15:00
The head-to-head favours Ponte Preta
Ponte Preta have generally come out ahead of Tigrão in their recent meetings.
From 16 match(es):
Ponte Preta: 4 win(s)
Vila Nova: 3 win(s)
Drawn: 9
That trend is worth factoring into the Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta prediction.
Form comparison Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Vila Nova
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
W
L
|
1.68 |
| Home |
L
W
W
W
W
|
2.3 |
| Away |
W
L
L
L
L
|
1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 70% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.45 | 2.9 | 2.08 |
| Scored | 1.32 | 1.8 | 0.92 |
| Conceded | 1.14 | 1.1 | 1.17 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 70% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 23% | 20% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 27% | 10% | 42% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.56 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.13 | 1.41 |
Away Team
Ponte Preta
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
L
D
L
|
0.45 |
| Home |
L
D
D
L
L
|
0.58 |
| Away |
L
L
L
L
L
|
0.3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 9% | 8% | 10% |
| Goals | 2.64 | 2.33 | 3 |
| Scored | 0.73 | 0.75 | 0.7 |
| Conceded | 1.91 | 1.58 | 2.3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 55% | 67% | 40% |
| Without Conceding | 9% | 17% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 41% | 25% | 60% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.22 | 1.38 | 1.03 |
|
xGA
|
1.81 | 1.54 | 2.12 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Under 9.5 Corners
We expect few corners in Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta, as neither team has generated many this season.
We recommend betting on under 9.5 corners, meaning the match must have 9 or fewer total corners for the bet to win.
👉 Prediction: Ponte Preta win or Draw
We have strong confidence in Ponte Preta’s ability to leave Estádio Onésio Brasileiro Alvarenga with at least a point, making them a smart pick on the Double Chance market.
Ponte Preta has consistently put in solid away performances, while Vila Nova’s form has been far from convincing. An outright win might be a big ask, but the added security in case of a draw makes this bet interesting.
Fixture information - Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta
Match: Vila Nova vs Ponte Preta
Competition: Serie B
Date: Thursday, 20/08/2026
Kick-off: 00:30 (UK time)
Venue: Estádio Onésio Brasileiro Alvarenga
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Stats
The statistics for Time do Povo vs Ponte Preta that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.95
League: 2.28
Both Teams to Score
55%
League: 48%
Over 1.5+
85%
League: 65%
Over 2.5+
60%
League: 41%
Cards
5.8
League: 5.2
Corners
10.1
League: 10.49
Home Team
Vila Nova
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
W
L
|
1.68 |
| Home |
L
W
W
W
W
|
2.3 |
| Away |
W
L
L
L
L
|
1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 70% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.45 | 2.9 | 2.08 |
| Scored | 1.32 | 1.8 | 0.92 |
| Conceded | 1.14 | 1.1 | 1.17 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 70% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 23% | 20% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 27% | 10% | 42% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.56 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.13 | 1.41 |
Away Team
Ponte Preta
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
L
D
L
|
0.45 |
| Home |
L
D
D
L
L
|
0.58 |
| Away |
L
L
L
L
L
|
0.3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 9% | 8% | 10% |
| Goals | 2.64 | 2.33 | 3 |
| Scored | 0.73 | 0.75 | 0.7 |
| Conceded | 1.91 | 1.58 | 2.3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 55% | 67% | 40% |
| Without Conceding | 9% | 17% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 41% | 25% | 60% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.22 | 1.38 | 1.03 |
|
xGA
|
1.81 | 1.54 | 2.12 |
Corners
10.23 / Match
+4% Corners / Match
Ponte Preta received +4% more corners than Vila Nova in the Serie B
10.59 / Match
Atlético GO
(3)
Sport Recife
(15)
CRB
(5)
Fortaleza
(4)
Criciúma
(2)
Juventude
(2)
São Bernardo
(6)(6)
Náutico
(2)
Ceará
(1)
Athletic Club
(6)
Operário PR
(5)
Goiás
(1)
Criciúma
(4)
Fortaleza
Cards
2.86 / Match
+21% Cards / Match
Ponte Preta received +21% more cards than Vila Nova in the Serie B
3.45 / Match
Atlético GO
(2)
Sport Recife
(1)
CRB
(2)
Fortaleza
(1)
Criciúma
(3)
Juventude
(1)
São Bernardo
(0)(2)
Náutico
(4)
Ceará
(4)
Athletic Club
(5)
Operário PR
(1)
Goiás
(3)
Criciúma
(3)
Fortaleza
Goals Scored
1.32 / Match
+81%
Vila Nova is +81% better in terms of goals scored
0.73 / Match
Atlético GO
(2)
Sport Recife
(0)
CRB
(0)
Fortaleza
(2)
Criciúma
(0)
Juventude
(0)
São Bernardo
(2)(1)
Náutico
(0)
Ceará
(1)
Athletic Club
(2)
Operário PR
(1)
Goiás
(1)
Criciúma
(0)
Fortaleza
Goals Conceded
1.14 / Match
+40%
Ponte Preta condeded +40% more goals than Vila Nova
1.91 / Match
Atlético GO
(0)
Sport Recife
(1)
CRB
(2)
Fortaleza
(1)
Criciúma
(2)
Juventude
(1)
São Bernardo
(1)(1)
Náutico
(2)
Ceará
(1)
Athletic Club
(3)
Operário PR
(2)
Goiás
(2)
Criciúma
(2)
Fortaleza
Serie B Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Criciúma
|
22 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 24 | 14 | 10 | 43 | 1.95 |
| 2 |
Juventude
|
22 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 23 | 12 | 11 | 39 | 1.77 |
| 3 |
Vila Nova
|
22 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 29 | 25 | 4 | 37 | 1.68 |
| 4 |
Fortaleza
|
22 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 24 | 20 | 4 | 36 | 1.64 |
| 5 |
Sport Recife
|
22 | 8 | 11 | 3 | 28 | 20 | 8 | 35 | 1.59 |
| 6 |
Operário PR
|
22 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 30 | 30 | 0 | 35 | 1.59 |
| 7 |
Novorizontino
|
22 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 32 | 20 | 12 | 34 | 1.55 |
| 8 |
Athletic Club
|
22 | 8 | 10 | 4 | 24 | 19 | 5 | 34 | 1.55 |
| 9 |
CRB
|
22 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 32 | 32 | 0 | 33 | 1.5 |
| 10 |
Atlético GO
|
22 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 24 | 23 | 1 | 32 | 1.45 |
| 11 |
Goiás
|
22 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 22 | 27 | -5 | 32 | 1.45 |
| 12 |
São Bernardo
|
22 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 31 | 25 | 6 | 30 | 1.36 |
| 13 |
Botafogo SP
|
22 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 27 | 22 | 5 | 30 | 1.36 |
| 14 |
Cuiabá
|
22 | 6 | 11 | 5 | 19 | 17 | 2 | 29 | 1.32 |
| 15 |
Náutico
|
22 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 26 | 26 | 0 | 27 | 1.23 |
| 16 |
Ceará
|
22 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 23 | 28 | -5 | 25 | 1.14 |
| 17 |
Avaí
|
22 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 23 | 29 | -6 | 23 | 1.05 |
| 18 |
Londrina
|
22 | 5 | 5 | 12 | 28 | 34 | -6 | 20 | 0.91 |
| 19 |
América Mineiro
|
22 | 2 | 5 | 15 | 16 | 36 | -20 | 11 | 0.5 |
| 20 |
Ponte Preta
|
22 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 16 | 42 | -26 | 10 | 0.45 |
Odds
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Novorizontino
Botafogo SP
Cuiabá
Avaí
Londrina
América Mineiro