Serie B · 2026
CRB
Fortaleza EC
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CRB hosts Fortaleza EC in a crucial Serie B fixture. CRB comes into this match in solid form, having secured two wins and two draws in their last five league outings, demonstrating improved defensive organization. Key player Anselmo Ramon will be vital for their attacking threat. Fortaleza, currently sitting higher in the table, has experienced a more inconsistent run recently, with two wins and three losses in their last five, suggesting potential vulnerabilities. Midfielder Moisés is their creative fulcrum and a significant threat on the ball. Tactically, CRB will likely aim to leverage their home advantage and control the midfield, while Fortaleza will look to exploit spaces with swift counter-attacks. Both teams are battling for promotion spots, making three points essential to maintain their aspirations. The battle for midfield dominance will be crucial to the outcome.
Lineups
Confirmed lineups are usually published 20–40 minutes before kickoff.
Form
Head to head
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Standings — Serie B
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF:GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  São Bernardo | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 14:6 | 16 |
| 2 |  Sport Recife | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 11:5 | 16 |
| 3 | Fortaleza EC | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 10:8 | 15 |
| 4 |  Nautico Recife | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 9:7 | 13 |
| 5 |  Vila Nova | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 12:10 | 13 |
| 6 |  Novorizontino | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 11:9 | 12 |
| 7 |  Criciuma | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 9:7 | 12 |
| 8 |  Operario-PR | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 7:6 | 12 |
| 9 |  Juventude | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5:4 | 12 |
| 10 |  Atletico Goianie | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 8:8 | 11 |
| 11 |  Goias | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 8:12 | 10 |
| 12 |  Avai | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 10:9 | 10 |
| 13 |  Athletic Club | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 9:9 | 10 |
| 14 |  Ceara | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 8:8 | 10 |
| 15 |  Botafogo SP | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 10:8 | 9 |
| 16 |  Cuiaba | 8 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 4:4 | 9 |
| 17 | CRB | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 11:12 | 8 |
| 18 |  Ponte Preta | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 6:12 | 7 |
| 19 |  Londrina | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 8:14 | 5 |
| 20 |  America Mineiro | 8 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 4:16 | 2 |