Match Analysis: Sport Recife vs Fluminense – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-01
- Time: 10:00 PM UTC
- Location: Ilha do Retiro, Recife, Brazil
Game Overview
Sport Recife (ranked 20th in the 2025 Brazil Serie A with 14 points from 23 matches) hosts Fluminense (8th place with 31 points from 22 matches) in a crucial Brasileirão clash. Fluminense, the stronger and more consistent team, is favored despite recent mixed performances, while Sport Recife struggles at the bottom of the table, seeking points to avoid relegation.
Key Factors to Consider
- Sport Recife have been underperforming this season, sitting last in the league with only 14 points. Fluminense has been solidly mid-table with double the points and a better recent record, including a slight edge in quality players and goal contributions from key midfielders and forwards.
- In previous 15 encounters, Fluminense leads with 7 wins to Sport Recife’s 4, with 4 draws. This indicates a historical advantage to Fluminense, especially away from home. Their only match earlier this season ended without a decisive domination, suggesting competitive tension.
- No explicit injury updates were found in the current data. Both teams appear to have their main squads available, though monitoring late injuries is recommended.
- The match is played at Sport Recife’s home stadium, Ilha do Retiro, providing home advantage. Weather and pitch conditions are not indicated as significant factors. Motivation could be affected as Sport Recife fights relegation while Fluminense strives for a higher table finish.
- Sport Recife faces strong motivation to improve their standings and avoid relegation, potentially pushing them to adopt a more defensive stance. Fluminense may be motivated to consolidate their mid-table position and potentially push for a top-six spot.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Fluminense: 1.53, Sport Recife: 2.05, Draw: 2.07 | Fluminense Win | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Spread | Fluminense: -134, Sport Recife: 114 | Fluminense to cover 0 spread (win or draw) | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2 Goals: -123, Under 2 Goals: 103 | Over 2 Goals | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Fluminense 6% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 2 9% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 2 at 9% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 10.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Fluminense is favored to win the match based on superior form, historical head-to-head results, and better league position. A cautious approach is expected from Sport Recife with probable early pressure from Fluminense leading to a first-half advantage.
Predicted Score: 1-2