Sport Recife vs Ceará Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 15 Oct 2025
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.
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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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 |
35 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 32 | 35 | -3 | 32:35 | 42 |
| 20 | Sport Recife |
35 | 2 | 11 | 22 | 28 | 66 | -38 | 28:66 | 17 |
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 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 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
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
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 (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
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.
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Bet Builder Tips
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.
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.
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.
- Série A: 17/05 2025 Ceará 2 Sport Recife 0
- Série B: 08/10 2024 Sport Recife 2 Ceará 1
- Série B: 21/06 2024 Ceará 0 Sport Recife 0
- Série B: 28/10 2023 Ceará 2 Sport Recife 1
- Série B: 02/07 2023 Sport Recife 2 Ceará 0
- Série A: 14/11 2021 Ceará 2 Sport Recife 1
- Série A: 26/07 2021 Sport Recife 0 Ceará 0
- Série A: 09/11 2020 Ceará 0 Sport Recife 0
- Série A: 09/08 2020 Sport Recife 3 Ceará 2
Sport Recife League Stats
Ceará League Stats
- 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
- 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
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 6.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.70 corners awarded and 5.00 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 2.80 corners awarded and 5.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 corners awarded and 5.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 0 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 45.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 43.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 41.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 41.40% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Sport Recife this season are Derik Lacerda (5), Lucas Lima (3), Chrystian Barletta (2)
- Top Assistors for Sport Recife this season are Lucas Lima (4), Matheusinho (2), Hereda (1)
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
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
Previous Ceará Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Série A Table| # | 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 |
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