Serie B · 2026
Novorizontino
Nautico Recife
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Novorizontino host Nautico Recife on Sunday in a crucial Serie B encounter. Novorizontino enter the match in a strong run of form, having secured three wins and two draws in their last five outings, propelling them into the top half of the table. Their attack, spearheaded by the prolific Pedro Rocha, has been particularly effective, with his movement and finishing proving a constant threat. Nautico, conversely, have struggled for consistency, registering one win, two draws, and two losses in their recent fixtures. Much of their hope rests on the shoulders of veteran midfielder Ricardo Lopes, whose experience and creativity are vital to unlocking opposition defences. From a tactical perspective, Novorizontino are likely to press high and dominate possession, while Nautico may look to absorb pressure and counter with pace. Both teams are fighting for different objectives: Novorizontino to consolidate their position, Nautico to avoid the relegation zone. Watch for Novorizontino's attacking interplay against Nautico's resilient midfield.
Lineups
Confirmed lineups are usually published 20–40 minutes before kickoff.
Form
Head to head
More from Serie B
- Botafogo SP vs Operario-PR14 Jun
- Cuiaba vs Vila Nova14 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
- Nautico Recife vs Fortaleza EC09 Jun
- Ponte Preta vs Cuiaba09 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 |