Sport Club do Recife
Football Brazilian Série A Estádio Ilha do Retiro Wed 15 Oct 19:00
Ceará SC
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Série A Betting Preview: Sport Recife vs Ceará

Bottom-of-the-table Sport Recife host Ceará in this Brazilian Série A encounter at Estádio Ilha do Retiro, with kick-off set for 19:00 on Wednesday 15 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Will Ceará Stay Within Touching Distance?

We’ll chance Ceará +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and divide our stake between 0 and +0.5 when they meet Sport Recife. A win delivers a payout at -125 although a draw would still land a return.

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2-0 Win for Ceará in Last H2H Battle

Sport Recife were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 3-1 reverse against Atlético Mineiro. Daniel Paulista's side had the majority of the ball enjoying 54% possession and two shots on target, with Derik Lacerda registering the goal.

Ceará won their previous game which was at home. It was a 3-0 triumph against Santos. Big Grandpa had 41% possession and recorded four shots on goal, with Lucas Mugni, Pedro Henrique and Fernando Sobral on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Ceará beat Sport in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 2-0 scoreline at home. In the previous 9 H2H meetings, there have been three wins apiece and three draws.

Série A G W D L GF GA GD GD P
14 Ceará logo Ceará 35 11 9 15 32 35 -3 32:35 42
20 Sport Recife logo Sport Recife 35 2 11 22 28 66 -38 28:66 17
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Sport Recife – Last 10 League Games

2 wins, 4 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 8.5 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal. Sport have had 45.9% possession and 5.4 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.6 goals from 12.2 attempts and 6.1 shots on goal, while earning 6.0 corners.

Top scorer is Derik Lacerda on 4 goals, while Lucas Lima has racked up 3 and Matheusinho 2. Lucas Lima is the leading assists maker with 2.

Ceará – Last 10 League Games

Ceará have won 3, lost 3 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.0 goals from 8.9 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal. Leo Conde's team average 41.8% possession, 2.8 corners in their favour and 5.2 corners against, while conceding 0.8 goals from 10.3 attempts and 4.0 shots on goal.

Pedro Henrique is the leading scorer with 3 goals, followed by Lourenco on 2, with Lucas Mugni and two others bagging 1. Antonio Galeano has been the top assist maker with 3 in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Sport Recife confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Gabriel (GK), Aderlan, Rafael Thyere, Joao Silva, Luan Candido, Ze Lucas, Pedro Augusto, Matheusinho, Lucas Lima, Romarinho, Derik Lacerda.

Ceará confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Bruno (GK), Fabiano Silva, Marllon, Willian Machado, Matheus Bahia, Lourenco, Vinicius Zanocelo, Antonio Galeano, Lucas Mugni, Fernandinho, Pedro Raul.

Sport Recife vs Ceará Prediction & Betting Tips

Be fully equipped for Sport Recife vs Ceará with our betting guide, offering a key match prediction, a correct score recommendation, valuable corners advice, top player prop picks and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

Ceará +0.25 at -125 have the look of a value bet on the Asian Handicap. We give them a good chance of landing a victory in this Série A clash and it’s therefore a pick we’ll back with confidence.

The football predictions are generated after consulting the team news for both sides along with the form. We are also able to analyse the latest Série A stats which can suggest how the game might unfold.

Key Sport Recife vs Ceará league stats:

  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Ceará in 4 of their last 5 games.
  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Ceará in 7 of their last 10 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sport in 4 consecutive games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sport in 11 of their last 12 games at home.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sport in 9 of their last 10 games at home.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sport in 6 of their last 9 games against Ceará.
Ceará +0.25 Probability

The best betting apps make it a 55.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability somewhere between 60-65%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Correct Score Prediction

Sport Recife Sport Recife logo 0 - 1 Ceará logo Ceará

There could be merit in backing Ceará to win 1-0. Odds of +600 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Derik Lacerda Over 0.5 Shots On Target -159 BetMGM logo

Derik Lacerda (Sport Recife) can be wagered at -159 to have a minimum of one shot on goal. All things considered, we think that the betting odds are really appealing when it comes to backing him on the Shots Target market.

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Antonio Galeano to Score +550 BetMGM logo

Antonio Galeano (Ceará) has scored four goals in his past ten Série A matches away from home. He looks like an attractive wager to be on the scoresheet and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer selection at odds of +550.

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Corners Prediction

Ceará Under 4.5 Corners -138 BetMGM logo

In their past ten games, Ceará have not covered the 4.5 corners line. The Ceará Team Corners line looks too high and we’re content to go under this number at odds of -138.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Sport Recife Logo Sport Recife
Total
11.40 5.40 6.00
Home
10.70 5.70 5.00
Away
10.60 5.90 4.70
Ceará Logo Ceará
Total
8.00 2.80 5.20
Home
10.20 4.80 5.40
Away
8.70 3.00 5.70
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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Ceará +0.25 -125
Total Goals Under 2.5 -200
Shots On Target Derik Lacerda Over 0.5 -159

Our same-game multi selections include Ceará with an Asian Handicap of +0.25, less than three goals combined with Derik Lacerda (Sport Recife) to have one or more shots on target.

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Sport Recife vs Ceará Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Predicting a Close Encounter

Ceará are available at betting odds of +205 to beat Sport Recife, with their opponents trading at +143 with the bookies. Should you wish to back the draw, it’s on offer at +205 for this Série A encounter.

There’s the option to get some insurance on your bet by going down the Draw No Bet route. This allows you to back Sport at -149 with a safety net or alternatively opt for Ceará at +108.

If you’re anticipating that two goals or less will be netted throughout the contest, then Under 2.5 Goals is a definite runner. The Both Teams to Score No bet is -141 and it’s ideal if you think at least one side will not score during the ninety minutes.

No matter what Série A match is taking place, you will find hundreds of markets being offered. Peruse the various choices that are presented at the leading football betting sites.

Chrystian Barletta Favourite to Score the First Goal

Those interested in Chrystian Barletta to find the net anytime can get +275, with the favourite on offer to score the first goal at odds of +550.

Player Goals
Chrystian Barletta (Sport Recife)
First
+275
Anytime
+550
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Pedro Raul Garay da Silva (Ceará)
First
+290
Anytime
+600
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Derik Lacerda (Sport Recife)
First
+330
Anytime
+650
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Ignacio Ramirez (Sport Recife)
First
+370
Anytime
+750
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Player Shots On Target
Pedro Raul Garay da Silva (Ceará)
Over 0.5
-204
Under 0.5
+118
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Derik Lacerda (Sport Recife)
Over 0.5
-192
Under 0.5
+120
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Chrystian Barletta (Sport Recife)
Over 0.5
-185
Under 0.5
+115
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Ignacio Ramirez (Sport Recife)
Over 0.5
-105
Under 0.5
-147
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Player Shots
Derik Lacerda (Sport Recife)
Over 3.5
+115
Under 3.5
-
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Chrystian Barletta (Sport Recife)
Over 2.5
-120
Under 2.5
-
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Pedro Raul Garay da Silva (Ceará)
Over 2.5
-147
Under 2.5
-
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Romarinho (Sport Recife)
Over 1.5
+150
Under 1.5
-
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Team Stats
Sport Recife logo Sport Recife League Stats
Ceará logo Ceará League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 1 win, 3 defeats and 6 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Sport Recife vs Ceará Lineups & Team News

Know who’s in and who’s out for Sport vs Ceará before making your bets. We’ll offer the predicted and confirmed Série A lineups along with the latest injury developments.

Sport Recife Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Ceará Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Sport Recife Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

1 Gabriel
13 Aderlan 15 Rafael Thyere 6 Joao Silva 36 Luan Candido
58 Ze Lucas 28 Pedro Augusto
17 Matheusinho 10 Lucas Lima 11 Romarinho
18 Derik Lacerda
94 Bruno
70 Fabiano Silva 3 Marllon 23 Willian Machado 79 Matheus Bahia
97 Lourenco 25 Vinicius Zanocelo
27 Antonio Galeano 10 Lucas Mugni 77 Fernandinho
9 Pedro Raul

Ceará Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Sport Recife Substitutes

  • 7Goncalo Paciencia
  • 9Ignacio Ramirez
  • 16Igor Carius
  • 20Rodrigo Atencio
  • 21Lucas Kal
  • 22Caique Franca
  • 27Sergio Oliveira
  • 30Chrystian Barletta
  • 38Leo Pereira
  • 48Felype Gabriel
  • 92Pablo

Ceará Substitutes

  • 1Richard
  • 2Rafael Ramos
  • 7Pedro Henrique
  • 8Matheus Araujo
  • 11Aylon
  • 15Gabriel
  • 17Paulo Baya
  • 26Richardson
  • 29Vina
  • 31Lucas Lima
  • 33Eder

Previous Sport Recife Lineups

08 Oct Série A
Atlético MG 3-1 Sport Recife
05 Oct Série A
Cruzeiro 1-1 Sport Recife
01 Oct Série A
Sport Recife 2-2 Fluminense
27 Sep Série A
Fortaleza 1-0 Sport Recife
21 Sep Série A
Sport Recife 1-0 Corinthians
14 Sep Série A
Bragantino 1-1 Sport Recife

Previous Ceará Lineups

05 Oct Série A
Ceará 3-0 Santos
02 Oct Série A
Vitória 1-0 Ceará
29 Sep Série A
São Paulo 0-1 Ceará
20 Sep Série A
Ceará 1-1 Bahia
14 Sep Série A
Vasco da Gama 2-2 Ceará
30 Aug Série A
Ceará 0-1 Juventude

Injuries & Suspensions

Sport Recife Injury Table
Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.
Ceará Injury Table
Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.
Brazil FlagSérie A Table
2025 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Flamengo 36 22 9 5 74:24 75
2 Palmeiras 36 21 7 8 60:32 70
3 Cruzeiro 35 19 11 5 52:25 68
4 Mirassol 35 17 12 6 58:34 63
5 Fluminense 36 17 7 12 46:38 58
6 Botafogo 35 16 10 9 50:32 58
7 Bahia 35 16 8 11 47:43 56
8 São Paulo 36 13 9 14 40:46 48
9 Grêmio 36 12 10 14 42:48 46
10 Bragantino 36 13 6 17 40:54 45
11 Corinthians 35 12 9 14 38:42 45
12 Atlético MG 35 11 12 12 38:40 45
13 Vasco da Gama 35 12 6 17 50:52 42
14 Ceará 35 11 9 15 32:35 42
15 Internacional 35 10 11 14 40:48 41
16 Vitória 35 9 12 14 32:48 39
17 Santos 35 9 11 15 36:50 38
18 Fortaleza 35 9 10 16 38:53 37
19 Juventude 35 9 6 20 33:64 33
20 Sport Recife 35 2 11 22 28:66 17
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Flamengo 18 13 5 0 45:8 44
2 Fluminense 18 14 1 3 29:11 43
3 Mirassol 18 12 6 0 39:14 42
4 Cruzeiro 18 13 3 2 33:12 42
5 Bahia 18 13 3 2 31:14 42
6 Palmeiras 19 12 5 2 35:11 41
7 Botafogo 18 10 5 3 35:22 35
8 Atlético MG 17 8 8 1 25:15 32
9 Grêmio 18 9 5 4 23:15 32
10 São Paulo 18 9 4 5 24:17 31
11 Corinthians 17 8 4 5 24:15 28
12 Bragantino 18 8 4 6 23:24 28
13 Internacional 18 7 6 5 24:19 27
14 Vitória 17 7 6 4 18:15 27
15 Ceará 17 7 4 6 18:14 25
16 Vasco da Gama 17 7 4 6 26:23 25
17 Santos 17 6 6 5 18:19 24
18 Juventude 17 6 4 7 20:22 22
19 Fortaleza 17 6 3 8 20:22 21
20 Sport Recife 18 1 7 10 17:35 10