Brasileirão Série B· Kick-off : Sunday, October 11, 2026, 21:30 (UK time)
Nautico Recife vs Vila Nova: 0-2 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: Nautico Recife 0-2 Vila Nova. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Nautico Recife (64%), while victory for Vila Nova was rated at only 7%. The model considered this score unlikely (0.7%). On goals, the model did not expect both teams to score (16%): correct; it pointed to under 2.5 goals (20%): correct.
Match analysis
Nautico Recife and Vila Nova met on Sunday, October 11, 2026, a Brasileirão Série B, matchday 33 fixture. Venue: Estádio dos Aflitos, Recife. Before kick-off, our model gave Nautico Recife a 64% chance of winning, the draw 29% and Vila Nova 7%. On the correct score, 1-0 comes out on top (27.6%), followed by 0-0 (21.2%) and 2-0 (17.9%).
Nautico Recife have won just one of their last 5 matches (2 draws, 2 defeats), scoring 7 and conceding 10. Vila Nova are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws), scoring 5 and conceding 1. Vila Nova therefore arrive in far better shape than Nautico Recife. On average Nautico Recife score 1.40 and concede 2.00 goals per game; Vila Nova score 1.00 and concede 0.20. In the table, Nautico Recife sit 13th with 42 points from 32 games, Vila Nova 2nd with 58 points from 32. 11 places separate the two sides.
In the last 1 meeting between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Nautico Recife, 1 for Vila Nova and 0 draws. The most recent ended Vila Nova 4-3 Nautico Recife (Jun 20, 2026). In double chance terms, "Nautico Recife or draw" stands at 93%, "Vila Nova or draw" at 36% and "no draw" at 71%.
In short : Our model backs Nautico Recife to edge Vila Nova (64% probability). In the table, Nautico Recife (13th, 42 pts) host Vila Nova (2nd, 58 pts). The model leans towards a tight, low-scoring game.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Nautico Recife – Vila Nova. 1-0 is the single most likely scoreline (27.6%); the 5 scores below add up to 81% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Nautico Recife 1-0 Vila Nova | 27.6% |
| Nautico Recife 0-0 Vila Nova | 21.2% |
| Nautico Recife 2-0 Vila Nova | 17.9% |
| Nautico Recife 3-0 Vila Nova | 7.8% |
| Nautico Recife 1-1 Vila Nova | 6.9% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
With 1.30 expected goals for Nautico Recife and 0.25 for Vila Nova, "over 2.5 goals" is rated at 20% and "both teams to score" at 16%. Few goals are expected here. Nautico Recife keep a clean sheet in 78% of scenarios, Vila Nova in 27%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Nautico Recife expected goals | 1.30 |
| Vila Nova expected goals | 0.25 |
| Both teams to score | 16% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 46% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 20% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 7% |
| Nautico Recife clean sheet | 78% |
| Vila Nova clean sheet | 27% |
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Nautico Recife
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | Novorizontino · Brasileirão Série B | 0-2 | L |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Fortaleza EC · Brasileirão Série B | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 26, 2026 | Sport Recife · Brasileirão Série B | 3-1 | W |
| Sep 22, 2026 | Cuiaba · Brasileirão Série B | 0-3 | L |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Operario-PR · Brasileirão Série B | 3-3 | D |
Vila Nova
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | Cuiaba · Brasileirão Série B | 0-0 | D |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Botafogo SP · Brasileirão Série B | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 26, 2026 | Londrina · Brasileirão Série B | 2-0 | W |
| Sep 18, 2026 | America Mineiro · Brasileirão Série B | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Avai · Brasileirão Série B | 1-1 | D |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nautico Recife | 13 | 42 | 32 |
| Vila Nova | 2 | 58 | 32 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2026 | Vila Nova 4-3 Nautico Recife | Brasileirão Série B |
Out and doubtful
Nautico Recife
No absences reported.
Vila Nova
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Nautico Recife
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- Jean Carlos5/5
- Wenderson5/5
- Betao4/5
- Igor Fernandes4/5
- Muriel Becker4/5
- Vinicius4/5
- Arnaldo3/5
- Derek3/5
- Samuel Felix3/5
- B. Borasi2/5
- Junior Todinho2/5
Vila Nova
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- Douglas Mendes5/5
- Dudu5/5
- Everton Galdino5/5
- Helton Leite5/5
- Janderson5/5
- Marquinhos Gabriel5/5
- Andre Luis4/5
- Hayner4/5
- Higor4/5
- Joao Vieira4/5
- Jonathan Costa3/5
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
- Operario-PR 0-2 GoiasOct 11, 2026
- Cuiaba 0-1 AvaiOct 11, 2026
- Fortaleza EC 2-2 CRBOct 12, 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 Nautico Recife vs Vila Nova prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave Nautico Recife a 64% chance of winning, the draw 29% and Vila Nova 7%. Nautico Recife are therefore favourites. Final score: 0-2.
What is the most likely correct score for Nautico Recife vs Vila Nova?
1-0 (27.6%), followed by 0-0 (21.2%), 2-0 (17.9%), 3-0 (7.8%) and 1-1 (6.9%).
Will both teams score in Nautico Recife vs Vila Nova?
The probability that both Nautico Recife and Vila Nova score is 16%. Nautico Recife have a 78% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Vila Nova 27%.
How many goals should we expect in Nautico Recife vs Vila Nova?
The model expects 1.55 goals (1.30 for Nautico Recife, 0.25 for Vila Nova). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 46%, over 2.5 goals 20%, over 3.5 goals 7%.
When and where is Nautico Recife vs Vila Nova played?
Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 21:30 (UK time), Brasileirão Série B, matchday 33. Venue: Estádio dos Aflitos, Recife.
What form are Nautico Recife and Vila Nova in?
Nautico Recife: 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (7 scored, 10 conceded). Vila Nova: 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (5 scored, 1 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Nautico Recife and Vila Nova?
In the last 1 meeting between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Nautico Recife, 1 for Vila Nova and 0 draws. The most recent ended Vila Nova 4-3 Nautico Recife (Jun 20, 2026).
What was the Nautico Recife vs Vila Nova result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: Nautico Recife 0-2 Vila Nova. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Nautico Recife (64%), while victory for Vila Nova was rated at only 7%. The model considered this score unlikely (0.7%). On goals, the model did not expect both teams to score (16%): correct; it pointed to under 2.5 goals (20%): correct.
How is the Nautico Recife vs Vila Nova prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (1.30 for Nautico Recife, 0.25 for Vila Nova) 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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