Team Form & Recent Performances

Goiás

• 2025 Record: 9W, 4D, 2L in Serie B (31 points, 2nd); 2024 Serie B 3rd with 15W, 10D, 9L

• Latest Result: Won 2-0 vs. Volta Redonda (October 4, 2025), drew 0-0 at Atlético Goianiense (September 30, 2025)

• Home Form: 6W, 2D, 0L in 8 Serie B home games (17 goals scored, 4 conceded)

Goiás are firmly in the promotion race, sitting 2nd with an unbeaten home record. Their 2-0 victory over Volta Redonda, with goals from Anselmo Ramon and Jandir Breno Souza Silva, showcased clinical finishing despite 52% possession. The 0-0 draw at Atlético Goianiense highlighted their defensive strength, limiting opponents to two shots on target. At Estádio de Hailé Pinheiro, they average 2.13 goals scored and 0.5 conceded per game, making it a fortress. Over their last five games (3W, 2D, 0L), they’ve scored 8 goals and conceded 2, showing consistency. Injuries to Luiz Felipe (ankle) and doubts over Welliton slightly dent their depth, but coach Augusto César’s squad remains robust. Their 50% possession and 4.2 shots on target per game reflect a balanced, attacking approach.

CRB

• 2025 Record: 6W, 4D, 5L in Serie B (22 points, 8th); 2024 Serie B 10th with 13W, 9D, 12L

• Latest Result: Lost 2-0 at Chapecoense (October 4, 2025), drew 1-1 vs. Sport Recife (September 27, 2025)

• Away Form: 2W, 2D, 4L in 8 Serie B away games (8 goals scored, 12 conceded)

CRB are mid-table, struggling for consistency after a 2-0 loss at Chapecoense, where they managed just one shot on target with 51% possession, exposing attacking woes. Their 1-1 draw against Sport Recife, with Douglas Baggio scoring, showed resilience. Away, they average 1.0 goal scored and 1.5 conceded per game, highlighting road vulnerabilities. Over their last five games (1W, 2D, 2L), they’ve scored 5 goals and conceded 7, indicating inconsistency. No major injuries are reported, giving coach Allan Aal a full squad to work with. Their 49% possession and 3.5 shots on target per game suggest a cautious, counter-attacking style that struggles to convert chances away.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

• Overall Record: Goiás lead with 8 wins to CRB’s 3, 2 draws in 13 matches since 2018

• Recent Meeting: November 9, 2024—Goiás 1-0 CRB (Serie B)

• Key Trend: Goiás won 5 of the last 7 H2Hs; 5 of 7 had under 2.5 goals, averaging 1.43 goals per game; Goiás won their last 4 home H2Hs

Goiás’ 1-0 home win in November 2024, with Anselmo Ramon scoring, reinforced their dominance in this fixture. CRB’s last victory was a 2-0 win in June 2025 at Estádio Rei Pelé, snapping a five-game winless H2H streak. Both teams scored in only 29% of recent H2Hs, with Goiás averaging 1.0 goal to CRB’s 0.43. Goiás’ perfect home H2H record (4W) and CRB’s away struggles (2W in 8) heavily favor the hosts, pointing to a low-scoring affair given the historical trend.

Key Players to Watch

Goiás

• Anselmo Ramon (FWD): 8 goals in Serie B; scored in November 2024 H2H, a clinical finisher.

• Rafael Gava (MID): 1 goal, 4 assists in Serie B; key playmaker with precise passing.

• Tadeu (GK): 5 clean sheets in Serie B, 70% save rate; crucial for maintaining home solidity.

CRB

• Douglas Baggio (FWD): 3 goals in Serie B; scored vs. Sport Recife, a primary attacking threat.

• Meritão (MID): 2 goals, 2 assists in Serie B; drives midfield with energy and vision.

• Matheus Albino (GK): 3 clean sheets in Serie B, 68% save rate; vital for away resilience.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

Goiás’ 4-3-3, under Augusto César, relies on Anselmo Ramon’s finishing and Rafael Gava’s creativity, with Marcão and Adilson dos Anjos Oliveira controlling midfield. They average 50% possession and 4.2 shots on target per game, pressing high to exploit CRB’s 1.5 goals conceded away. Despite Welliton’s doubtful status, their depth and defensive solidity (0.5 conceded at home) make them formidable. CRB’s 4-1-4-1, led by Allan Aal, uses Baggio’s pace and Meritão’s drive, with Matheus Ribeiro anchoring defense. They average 49% possession and 3.5 shots on target, relying on counters to exploit Goiás’ high line, but their 4 away losses and low scoring output (1.0 goal per game) limit their threat. Estádio de Hailé Pinheiro’s 14,500 fans will create a vibrant atmosphere, boosting Goiás’ intensity. Betting trends favor Goiás at 1.75 odds, with under 2.5 goals at 1.54, reflecting their home dominance and the low-scoring H2H trend.