Serie B · 2026
Cuiaba
Vila Nova
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Cuiabá host Vila Nova in a Serie B clash with both teams looking to consolidate their positions. Cuiabá enters the match on a mixed run, securing two wins, two draws, and a loss in their last five outings. Key to their attack is striker Deyverson, whose goal-scoring prowess will be vital. Vila Nova, meanwhile, has shown slightly better form with three wins, one draw, and one loss in their recent fixtures, relying heavily on the creative midfield play of Ralf. The tactical battle could hinge on Cuiabá's defensive solidity against Vila Nova's ability to exploit spaces on the flanks. At stake are crucial points for their respective league campaigns, with Cuiabá aiming to climb out of mid-table obscurity and Vila Nova pushing for a top-half finish. Watch for the individual duel between Deyverson and Vila Nova's central defenders.
Lineups
Confirmed lineups are usually published 20–40 minutes before kickoff.
Form
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- Botafogo SP vs Operario-PR14 Jun
- Novorizontino vs Nautico Recife14 Jun
- Athletic Club vs Goias14 Jun
- Juventude vs Ponte Preta14 Jun
- São Bernardo vs Sport Recife14 Jun
- Atletico Goianie vs CRB12 Jun
- Sport Recife vs Athletic Club11 Jun
- Goias vs Novorizontino10 Jun
- Ceara vs Avai10 Jun
- Ponte Preta vs Cuiaba09 Jun
- Nautico Recife vs Fortaleza EC09 Jun
- Vila Nova vs Botafogo SP08 Jun
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 |