Vila Nova vs Sport Recife: match statistics
Vila Nova vs Sport Recife: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Vila Nova played Sport Recife in Serie B (Brazil). The match was played on 8 August 2026. Venue: Estádio Onésio Brasileiro Alvarenga. Final score: 0:1.
Current form
Vila Nova: 2-0-3, 1.20 points/match. Sport Recife: 0-4-1, 0.80 points/match.
Goal statistics
Vila Nova scores 1.35 and concedes 1.20 goals per match. Sport Recife scores 1.25 and concedes 0.95. League average: 2.32 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Vila Nova 55%, Sport Recife 60%. Over 2.5: Vila Nova 45%, Sport Recife 35%. League level: BTTS 49%, Over 2.5 42%.
xG, shots and style
Sport Recife has higher xG: 1.43 vs 1.39. Vila Nova: 13.1 shots per match, Sport Recife: 14.1.
Match halves
Vila Nova: half-time lead 30%, second-half goals 0.65. Sport Recife: half-time lead 20%, second-half goals 0.90.
Goals by minute
Vila Nova: 61-75 (7 goals). Sport Recife: 46-60 (7 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Serie B: 2.32 goals per match, BTTS 49%, Over 2.5 42%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 0-1-0. Average goals 2.00, BTTS 100%.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Vila Nova have won 78% of their home matches and remain unbeaten on their own ground, scoring an average of 2.00 goals per game. Sport Recife score just 0.89 goals away from home and fail to find the net in 44% of such fixtures, which significantly limits their attacking potential. The hosts also create more high-quality chances: their average home xG stands at 1.54, compared with Sport’s 1.23 away from home, while opponents record an average xG of 1.46 against them. Vila Nova’s last five matches produced 2 wins, whereas Sport Recife have failed to win any of their last five and drew as many as 4. The visitors defend solidly away from home, conceding an average of 0.67 goals, so a draw remains a realistic scenario; however, the hosts’ advantage in finishing efficiency and home results points towards a 1X2 home win — selection 1.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
Vila Nova have a high season-long rate of matches featuring goals from both sides, at 73%, but this figure has dropped to 40% over their last five games, while the team has scored just 0.8 goals per match. Sport Recife average 0.89 goals away from home and have failed to score in 44% of such matches, which is the strongest argument that at least one side may fail to find the net. The visitors defend solidly, keeping a clean sheet in 44% of away games and conceding just 0.67 goals on average, despite Vila Nova averaging 1.55 goals at home. Sport’s recent form has been more open, with 1.4 goals scored and 1.6 conceded across five matches, while BTTS occurred in 80% of those games. However, the league-wide BTTS rate of 49% and the visitors’ low scoring efficiency of 7% slightly strengthen the BTTS - No option.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
The season profiles of both teams clearly point toward a limited number of goals: fewer than 3.5 goals were scored in 73% of Vila Nova’s matches and as many as 89% of Sport Recife’s games. Sport Recife concede an average of just 0.67 goals and keep a clean sheet in 44% of their appearances, which could slow down the hosts despite their average of 1.55 goals scored. Vila Nova have scored only 4 goals in their last five matches, or 0.8 per game, with an xG of 1.21. Sport’s recent form has produced more goals, as they score 1.4 per match, but the league-wide total average is only 2.31 goals, while both teams have recorded at least three goals in just 40% of their matches over the last five rounds. The projected total of 2.00 goals gives the Under 3.5 option the strongest edge, as the bet only loses if at least four goals are scored.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
The strongest scenario is a draw at half-time and a draw at full-time, as Vila Nova were level at the break in 64% of their matches, compared with 44% for Sport Recife. Both teams play very cautiously before the break: the hosts average 0.36 goals and the visitors 0.33, while the combined average number of first-half goals is only 0.82 and 0.78, respectively. The draw is also strongly supported by the data at full-time: Vila Nova shared the points in 64% of their league matches, while Sport did so in 44%, and the visitors have recorded as many as four draws in their last five appearances. The hosts have a creative advantage, with an xG of 1.60 compared with 1.23 and 5.18 shots on target per match compared with 3.11, but Sport concede just 0.67 goals on average away from home and keep a clean sheet in 44% of matches. This limits the likelihood of Vila Nova establishing a clear advantage and favours an even 0-0 or 1-1 result.
View first-half and second-half statisticsHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current season.
Shooting quality
| Vila Nova | Sport Recife | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 29% | 30% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.10 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.36 | 0.29 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Vila Nova is 50% better for: last-5 form.
1.2 pts / match - Vila Nova · 0.8 pts / match - Sport Recife
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Vila Nova is 8% better for: goals scored per match.
1.35 goals / match - Vila Nova · 1.25 goals / match - Sport Recife
Sport Recife is 26% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.2 goals / match - Vila Nova · 0.95 goals / match - Sport Recife
Vila Nova scores in 75% of matches (15 of 20 matches), while Sport Recife keeps a clean sheet in 35% (7 of 20 matches).
Sport Recife scores in 80% of matches (16 of 20 matches), while Vila Nova keeps a clean sheet in 20% (4 of 20 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Vila Nova
Over / Under - Sport Recife
1st half
2nd half
Match halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Vila Nova is 9% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.25 pts / match - Vila Nova · 1.15 pts / match - Sport Recife
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Vila Nova - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 30% of matches and wins 50%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
Sport Recife - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 20% of matches and wins 30%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.20 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| Average goals in match | 1.4 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -1 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.00 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Average goals in match | 1.2 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +1 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -6 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (7 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Vila Nova
Sport Recife
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Serie B).
Teams vs league
| Vila Nova | Liga | Sport Recife | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▲ 2.55 | 2.32 | ▼ 2.20 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 55% | 49% | ▲ 60% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 45% | 42% | ▼ 35% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 20% | 31% | ▲ 35% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 75% | 66% | ▼ 55% |
| Goal after half-time | • 75% | 75% | ▲ 80% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Previous meeting: Vila Nova 0 - 1 - 0 Sport Recife. Average goals 2.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
FAQ
What was the result of Vila Nova vs Sport Recife?
The Serie B match finished Vila Nova 0:1 Sport Recife. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Vila Nova vs Sport Recife?
Vila Nova score 1.35 goals per game on average and Sport Recife 1.25. The Serie B average is 2.32 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 42% of games. Both teams score in 55% of Vila Nova's matches and 60% of Sport Recife's.
What form are Vila Nova and Sport Recife in?
Over the last 5 games Vila Nova have a 2-0-3 record (1.20 points per game) and Sport Recife 0-4-1 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Vila Nova vs Sport Recife?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.