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Serie B | Mon 12 Oct, 20:00

Fortaleza EC v CRB Stats

Data last updated: Sun 11 Oct 2026, 09:00 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

CRB and Fortaleza EC meet in a Série B clash marked by contrasting styles and recent form. CRB, sitting 15th, bring a high-octane attacking approach at home, having scored at least twice in their last three home matches, but their defense remains vulnerable. Fortaleza EC, positioned 4th, arrive bruised after a heavy 3-0 home defeat and a shaky recent run, yet they maintain a structured defensive setup overall. This fixture promises open spaces and transitional battles, with CRB's attacking intensity likely to challenge Fortaleza's defensive resilience, setting the stage for a potentially high-scoring encounter.

BT4Y best bet

Over 2.5 Goals

  • CRB have scored 22 goals in 13 Série B matches, showing strong attacking output despite defensive frailties.
  • Fortaleza EC have recorded 20 clean sheets in 39 matches, indicating solid defensive structure but recent lapses.
  • CRB’s last three home matches all featured over 2.5 goals, scoring at least twice each game.
  • Fortaleza EC’s recent 3-0 home defeat highlights defensive vulnerabilities that CRB can exploit.
  • Both teams’ tactical contrasts suggest an open game with multiple goal-scoring opportunities.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Over 2.5 Goals due to CRB’s aggressive home attacking profile, averaging over 15 shots and 51 dangerous attacks per game, combined with their defensive instability conceding 23 goals in 13 matches. Fortaleza EC’s recent defensive struggles and need to respond after a heavy defeat increase the likelihood of an open, high-scoring match. The 4.2% positive at 6/5 supports this selection as a balanced football read with a moderate level.

CRB Home Attack VolumeHigh (15.29 shots/game, 51.32 dangerous attacks)
Strong positive
CRB Defensive VulnerabilityConceded 23 goals in 13 matches
Strong positive
Fortaleza Defensive FragilityRecent 3-0 home defeat, 4 losses in last 6 matches
Positive
Recent Over 2.5 Goals RateCRB last 3 home matches all over 2.5 goals
Strong positive
Model Confidence48%
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a dynamic match where CRB’s potent home attack meets Fortaleza EC’s structured defense under pressure. The attacking intensity and defensive lapses on both sides suggest multiple goals, making Over 2.5 Goals a compelling choice supported by recent form and tactical contrasts.

Main risk

Fortaleza may build more frequently, but CRB’s attacks appear to become dangerous more often.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match attacking and defensive dynamics

“CRB’s high shot volume and dangerous attacks combined with Fortaleza’s recent defensive struggles create a fertile ground for a goal-rich encounter. This match should see open play and transitions that favor Over 2.5 Goals.”

Key Data Signals

Over 2.5 Goals evidence

CRB have scored 22 goals in 13 Série B matches, showing strong attacking output despite defensive frailties.

Fortaleza EC have recorded 20 clean sheets in 39 matches, indicating solid defensive structure but recent lapses.

CRB’s last three home matches all featured over 2.5 goals, scoring at least twice each game.

Fortaleza EC’s recent 3-0 home defeat highlights defensive vulnerabilities that CRB can exploit.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 2.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last three home matches, CRB have consistently produced over 2.5 goals, reinforcing a trend of open, high-tempo games.
  • The average goals in the last 10 head-to-head matches stand at 1.7, but recent attacking trends and defensive vulnerabilities suggest a shift towards more goals in this encounter.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Fortaleza EC1.4
Avg goals scored
CRB1.8
Fortaleza EC1
Avg goals conceded
CRB1.2
Fortaleza EC80%
BTTS rate
CRB60%
Fortaleza EC40%
Over 2.5 goals
CRB80%
Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 50% vs implied 49% · edge +0.9 pts
2.05
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.83
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 68%
1.33
Check odds @ 1.33
Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 54%
1.75
Check odds @ 1.75
Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 32%
3.5
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 28%
1.83
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CRB’s attacking volume and defensive fragility combine with Fortaleza’s recent defensive lapses to create a high probability of multiple goals. CRB’s last three home matches all exceeded 2.5 goals, and Fortaleza’s need to respond after a heavy defeat suggests open play and goal-scoring chances for both sides.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickOver 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 50% vs implied 49% · edge +0.9 pts
2.05
Check odds @ 2.05
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.83
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CRB Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 52%
2.68
Check odds @ 2.68
CRB to WinBet365 guide price · model 37%
4.5
Check odds @ 4.5
DrawBetMGM guide price · model 29%
3.4
Check odds @ 3.4
Fortaleza EC Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 51%
1.45
Check odds @ 1.45
Fortaleza EC to WinBet365 guide price · model 41%
1.83
Check odds @ 1.83
The 49.7% for Over 2.5 Goals sits against roughly 48.8% implied by the current price (+0.9 pts). The Over 2.5 trend is 40% for Fortaleza EC and 80% for CRB, so the goals angle is not just a price call. CRB's last three home Série B matches produced over 2.5 goals, contrasting sharply with Fortaleza's tight overall goal difference.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Fortaleza EC

WDDWD
Last 52W 3D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 105W 5D 0L
08 Oct 2026A America Mineiro1-0
03 Oct 2026H Nautico Recife1-1
27 Sep 2026H Athletic Club2-2
20 Sep 2026A Londrina2-1
13 Sep 2026H Ceara1-1

CRB

WLWLW
Last 53W 0D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 106W 0D 4L
08 Oct 2026H Atletico Goianiense3-1
02 Oct 2026A São Bernardo1-3
27 Sep 2026H Cuiaba3-0
20 Sep 2026A Ponte Preta0-1
16 Sep 2026H Sport Recife2-1
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 64% vs implied 49% · edge +15 pts
2.05
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CRB Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 52%
2.68
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CRB to WinBet365 guide price · model 37%
4.5
Check odds @ 4.5
Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 70%
1.18
Check odds @ 1.18
DrawBetMGM guide price · model 29%
3.4
Check odds @ 3.4
Fortaleza EC Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 51%
1.45
Check odds @ 1.45
Fortaleza EC to WinBet365 guide price · model 41%
1.83
Check odds @ 1.83
CRB’s recent form shows a high-scoring pattern with 80% of home matches over 2.5 goals and an average of 1.8 goals scored per game, contrasting with Fortaleza’s more cautious 40% over 2.5 rate and 1.4 goals scored. Fortaleza’s recent losses and defensive lapses increase the likelihood of a goal-laden fixture.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Fortaleza EC Over 2.5
80%CRB Over 2.5
1.7H2H avg goals
Over the last three home matches, CRB have consistently produced over 2.5 goals, reinforcing a trend of open, high-tempo games. The average goals in the last 10 head-to-head matches stand at 1.7, but recent attacking trends and defensive vulnerabilities suggest a shift towards more goals in this encounter.

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