Brasileirão Série B· Kick-off : Monday, October 12, 2026, 20:00 (UK time)
Fortaleza EC vs CRB: 2-2 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: Fortaleza EC 2-2 CRB. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Fortaleza EC (40%), while a draw was rated at only 23%. The final score ranked 4th among the most likely scorelines (6.9%), behind 1-1. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (66%): correct; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (65%): correct.
Match analysis
Fortaleza EC and CRB met on Monday, October 12, 2026, a Brasileirão Série B, matchday 33 fixture. Venue: Estadio Castelão, Fortaleza. Before kick-off, our model gave Fortaleza EC a 40% chance of winning, the draw 23% and CRB 37%. On the correct score, 1-1 comes out on top (9.9%), followed by 2-1 (8.4%) and 1-2 (8.1%).
Fortaleza EC are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (2 wins, 3 draws), scoring 7 and conceding 5. Over their last 5 matches, CRB have 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats, scoring 9 and conceding 6. Both sides come in with similar form. On average Fortaleza EC score 1.40 and concede 1.00 goals per game; CRB score 1.80 and concede 1.20. In the table, Fortaleza EC sit 4th with 56 points from 32 games, CRB 7th with 51 points from 32. The two teams are close in the standings.
In the last 3 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for Fortaleza EC, 0 for CRB and 2 draws. The most recent ended CRB 1-1 Fortaleza EC (Jun 21, 2026). In double chance terms, "Fortaleza EC or draw" stands at 63%, "CRB or draw" at 60% and "no draw" at 77%.
In short : An evenly-matched game between Fortaleza EC and CRB: our model sees no clear favourite. In the table, Fortaleza EC (4th, 56 pts) host CRB (7th, 51 pts). The model expects goals (over 2.5 at 65%).
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Fortaleza EC – CRB. 1-1 is the single most likely scoreline (9.9%); the 5 scores below add up to 39% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Fortaleza EC 1-1 CRB | 9.9% |
| Fortaleza EC 2-1 CRB | 8.4% |
| Fortaleza EC 1-2 CRB | 8.1% |
| Fortaleza EC 2-2 CRB | 6.9% |
| Fortaleza EC 1-0 CRB | 6.0% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
With 1.70 expected goals for Fortaleza EC and 1.64 for CRB, "over 2.5 goals" is rated at 65% and "both teams to score" at 66%. Goals look likely in this one. Fortaleza EC keep a clean sheet in 19% of scenarios, CRB in 18%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Fortaleza EC expected goals | 1.70 |
| CRB expected goals | 1.64 |
| Both teams to score | 66% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 85% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 65% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 43% |
| Fortaleza EC clean sheet | 19% |
| CRB clean sheet | 18% |
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Fortaleza EC
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | America Mineiro · Brasileirão Série B | 1-0 | W |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Nautico Recife · Brasileirão Série B | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 27, 2026 | Athletic Club · Brasileirão Série B | 2-2 | D |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Londrina · Brasileirão Série B | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Ceara · Brasileirão Série B | 1-1 | D |
CRB
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | Atletico Goianiense · Brasileirão Série B | 3-1 | W |
| Oct 2, 2026 | São Bernardo · Brasileirão Série B | 1-3 | L |
| Sep 27, 2026 | Cuiaba · Brasileirão Série B | 3-0 | W |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Ponte Preta · Brasileirão Série B | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Sport Recife · Brasileirão Série B | 2-1 | W |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortaleza EC | 4 | 56 | 32 |
| CRB | 7 | 51 | 32 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 2026 | CRB 1-1 Fortaleza EC | Brasileirão Série B |
| May 15, 2026 | CRB 0-0 Fortaleza EC | Copa do Brasil |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Fortaleza EC 2-1 CRB | Copa do Brasil |
Out and doubtful
Fortaleza EC
No absences reported.
CRB
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Fortaleza EC
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- Lucas Gazal5/5
- Luiz Fernando5/5
- Pierre5/5
- T. Cardona5/5
- Vitinho5/5
- Henrique Kaio4/5
- Joao Ricardo4/5
- Mailton4/5
- Rodriguinho4/5
- Lucas Sasha3/5
- Pedro Henrique3/5
CRB
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- Lyncon5/5
- Mikael5/5
- Pedro Castro5/5
- Vitor Caetano5/5
- Bressan4/5
- Crystopher Ribeiro4/5
- Dada Belmonte4/5
- Danielzinho4/5
- Reverson4/5
- Thiaguinho4/5
- Hereda3/5
Other matches in this competition
- Ceara 1-0 CriciumaOct 8, 2026
- Juventude 2-2 São BernardoOct 11, 2026
- Atletico Goianiense 1-1 Sport RecifeOct 11, 2026
- Nautico Recife 0-2 Vila NovaOct 11, 2026
- Operario-PR 0-2 GoiasOct 11, 2026
- Cuiaba 0-1 AvaiOct 11, 2026
- Novorizontino 5-1 Ponte PretaOct 12, 2026
- Criciuma 1-0 America MineiroOct 12, 2026
- Botafogo SP 1-0 CearaOct 13, 2026
- Athletic Club 2-2 LondrinaOct 13, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the Fortaleza EC vs CRB prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave Fortaleza EC a 40% chance of winning, the draw 23% and CRB 37%. Fortaleza EC are therefore slight favourites. Final score: 2-2.
What is the most likely correct score for Fortaleza EC vs CRB?
1-1 (9.9%), followed by 2-1 (8.4%), 1-2 (8.1%), 2-2 (6.9%) and 1-0 (6.0%).
Will both teams score in Fortaleza EC vs CRB?
The probability that both Fortaleza EC and CRB score is 66%. Fortaleza EC have a 19% chance of keeping a clean sheet, CRB 18%.
How many goals should we expect in Fortaleza EC vs CRB?
The model expects 3.34 goals (1.70 for Fortaleza EC, 1.64 for CRB). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 85%, over 2.5 goals 65%, over 3.5 goals 43%.
When and where is Fortaleza EC vs CRB played?
Monday, October 12, 2026 at 20:00 (UK time), Brasileirão Série B, matchday 33. Venue: Estadio Castelão, Fortaleza.
What form are Fortaleza EC and CRB in?
Fortaleza EC: 2 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (7 scored, 5 conceded). CRB: 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (9 scored, 6 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Fortaleza EC and CRB?
In the last 3 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for Fortaleza EC, 0 for CRB and 2 draws. The most recent ended CRB 1-1 Fortaleza EC (Jun 21, 2026).
What was the Fortaleza EC vs CRB result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: Fortaleza EC 2-2 CRB. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Fortaleza EC (40%), while a draw was rated at only 23%. The final score ranked 4th among the most likely scorelines (6.9%), behind 1-1. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (66%): correct; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (65%): correct.
How is the Fortaleza EC vs CRB prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (1.70 for Fortaleza EC, 1.64 for CRB) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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