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Athletic Club vs Novorizontino Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 24-08-2026
Aug 2422:30
Match Prediction
Expected score: Athletic Club 1-0 Novorizontino
Athletic ClubDrawNovorizontino
Over 2.5 goalsNo (38%)
Both teams to scoreNo (45%)
Athletic Club takes on Novorizontino in a Serie B clash set for August 24, 2026. Located in Minas Gerais, both teams find themselves in critical positions in the league, with implications for their season aspirations hanging in the balance.
Team form
Athletic Club
Athletic Club currently holds the ninth position in the league, with a record of 8 wins, 10 draws, and 5 losses following 23 matches. This season, they have scored 24 goals and conceded 21, averaging 1.04 goals scored and 0.91 goals conceded per match. Their recent form indicates a struggle to secure maximum points, as they have drawn their last three league efforts, sharing the spoils in matches against Criciuma (1-1) and Tombense (1-1), while previously registering a win against Ponte Preta (2-1). Their goal-scoring output has been low, averaging just 1 goal per game over their last five outings.
Novorizontino
In contrast, Novorizontino sits higher in the standings at fourth place, with 10 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses to their name. They have found the back of the net 35 times and have only conceded 20, which gives them an impressive season average of 1.52 goals scored while conceding 0.87 goals. Their recent matches suggest an inconsistent run, characterized by a defeat to Londrina (1-3) after winning against Nacional AM (4-0) but losing against RB Bragantino (0-3). They have been more attack-minded but also more vulnerable defensively, averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.6 goals conceded in their last five games.
Head-to-head
Recent history showcases Novorizontino's dominance over Athletic Club, winning their last three encounters. This trend includes a 2-1 victory over Athletic Club in April and a 1-0 win in September 2025. Additionally, their previous meet resulted in a 2-0 triumph for Novorizontino in May 2025. Such a record will provide a psychological edge to the away side ahead of this important clash.
Key factors
Overall, both teams have variations in their attacking strategies and form, which could come into play. Athletic Club has struggled with goal-scoring consistency, and their recent difficult run indicates confidence issues. Novorizontino, after a fizzing start to the season, has dealt with its share of challenges, particularly at integrating their attacking game while ensuring defensive solidity. Athletic Club will need to up their game significantly, particularly the efficiencies in front of goal, to bridge the gap against Novorizontino's steadier defense.
Prediction
Taking a glance at their performances, Novorizontino's higher scoring average combined with Athletic Club's currently waning goalscoring form concludes the prediction inclined towards a home victory. The underlying match statistics lean favorably towards Athletic Club surprising their rivals, mainly influenced by external conditions as well. While close in many statistical categories, the occasional swings have shown many tendencies leading to outcome inconsistencies.
Against the backdrop of team forms, head-to-head records, statistical insights and overall league performance, Athletic Club appears slightly favored to seize the potential moment at home against Novorizontino.
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Criciuma | 23 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 44 |
| 2 |  Juventude | 23 | 12 | 6 | 5 | 42 |
| 3 |  Vila Nova | 23 | 12 | 4 | 7 | 40 |
| 4 |  Novorizontino | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 37 |
| 5 |  Fortaleza EC | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 37 |
| 6 |  CRB | 23 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 36 |
| 7 |  Operario-PR | 23 | 10 | 5 | 8 | 35 |
| 8 |  Sport Recife | 23 | 8 | 11 | 4 | 35 |
| 9 |  Athletic Club | 23 | 8 | 10 | 5 | 34 |
| 10 |  Goias | 24 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 33 |
| 11 |  Atletico Goianiense | 23 | 8 | 9 | 6 | 33 |
| 12 |  Cuiaba | 24 | 7 | 12 | 5 | 33 |
| 13 |  São Bernardo | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 31 |
| 14 |  Botafogo SP | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 31 |
| 15 |  Nautico Recife | 23 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 30 |
| 16 |  Ceara | 24 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 28 |
| 17 |  Avai | 23 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 26 |
| 18 |  Londrina | 24 | 5 | 6 | 13 | 21 |
| 19 |  America Mineiro | 23 | 2 | 5 | 16 | 11 |
| 20 |  Ponte Preta | 23 | 2 | 4 | 17 | 10 |
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