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Serie B | Sun 26 Jul, 20:00

São Bernardo v Ceara Stats

Data last updated: Sat 25 Jul 2026, 05:24 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

São Bernardo and Ceara meet in a Serie B clash where both teams have shown contrasting attacking and defensive tendencies. São Bernardo ranks 10th with a moderate points tally and a decent corner average, while Ceara sits lower in 18th place but averages more corners per game. Recent form suggests a cautious approach from Ceara, with limited goals scored, while São Bernardo's games often feature more attacking set-piece opportunities. This match could see sustained wing play and pressure leading to a high number of corners, especially given Ceara's defensive vulnerabilities and São Bernardo's willingness to attack from wide areas.

BT4Y best bet

Over 8.5 Corners

  • São Bernardo averages 5.8 corners per game, Ceara 7.4, combining for a high corner count.
  • Recent matches show São Bernardo's games have a 60% rate of over 2.5 goals, indicating attacking intent.
  • Ceara concedes 1.2 goals per game, suggesting defensive pressure that can lead to corners.
  • Both teams generate significant shot volume, with São Bernardo averaging 12.2 and Ceara 13.8 shots per match.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model rates Over 8.5 Corners at a 75% chance, reflecting both teams' tendencies to concede and generate set-piece opportunities. Ceara's higher corner average and São Bernardo's attacking style contribute to sustained pressure and wing play, increasing corner likelihood. The data quality is solid with no limitations, supporting in this corner market. The price is not flagged as short, making this a standard stake recommendation based on solid corner generation patterns.

Model Corner Chance75%
Strong positive
São Bernardo Corner Average5.8 per game
Positive
Ceara Corner Average7.4 per game
Strong positive
Shot VolumeHigh combined shots (26 per game)
Positive
Data QualityComplete data for both teams
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

The Over 8.5 Corners bet fits the tactical profile of this Serie B fixture, where both São Bernardo and Ceara rely on wing play and set pieces to create chances. Ceara's defensive struggles and São Bernardo's attacking pressure suggest a high volume of corners. The statistical corner averages and shot volumes reinforce this expectation, making the corner market a compelling angle for this match.

Main risk

Corner volume can be sterile if territory does not become shots, crosses or repeat box entries.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Corner market analysis

“This fixture's corner market stands out due to Ceara's defensive vulnerabilities and São Bernardo's active wing play, which typically forces opponents into conceding numerous corners. The combined corner averages and shot pressure make Over 8.5 Corners a logical and data-backed choice.”

Key Data Signals

Over 8.5 Corners evidence

São Bernardo averages 5.8 corners per game, Ceara 7.4, combining for a high corner count.

Recent matches show São Bernardo's games have a 60% rate of over 2.5 goals, indicating attacking intent.

Ceara concedes 1.2 goals per game, suggesting defensive pressure that can lead to corners.

Both teams generate significant shot volume, with São Bernardo averaging 12.2 and Ceara 13.8 shots per match.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 8.5 Corners notes

  • In the last two head-to-head matches, the average goals scored was low (1 per game), indicating tight defenses.
  • However, corner trends are more relevant here, with both teams showing high corner averages this season.
  • The tempo and attacking patterns suggest a match likely to produce numerous corners, consistent with the Over 2.5 Goals trend panel indicating attacking phases.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

São Bernardo1
Avg goals scored
Ceara0.2
São Bernardo1.6
Avg goals conceded
Ceara1.2
São Bernardo80%
BTTS rate
Ceara20%
São Bernardo60%
Over 2.5 goals
Ceara0%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 50% · edge +13.3 pts
2
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 41%
1.73
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Goal scoring trends show São Bernardo averaging 1 goal per game with a 60% over 2.5 goals rate, while Ceara has a low scoring rate and 0% over 2.5 goals rate. This suggests a more open game from São Bernardo's side, but overall low scoring from Ceara, which may limit goal totals but does not reduce corner potential.

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Market odds

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Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 50% · edge +13.3 pts
2
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São Bernardo Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 57%
1.9
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São Bernardo to WinBetMGM guide price · model 47%
2.4
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Ceara to WinBet365 guide price · model 37%
3.5
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Ceara Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 47%
1.9
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 29%
2.75
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The Over 8.5 Corners market is supported by a strong of 75%, reflecting both teams' corner generation patterns. The absence of price warnings indicates a fair market valuation, making this a standard stake opportunity rather than a speculative value bet.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

São Bernardo5.8
Avg corners for
Ceara7.4
São Bernardo10.6
Avg total corners
Ceara11.2
São Bernardo3.2
Avg yellow cards
Ceara2
São Bernardo12.2
Avg shots
Ceara13.8

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Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

São Bernardo

LDDLL
Last 50W 2D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 4D 4L
23 Jul 2026A Athletic Club1-2
17 Jul 2026H Avai1-1
12 Jul 2026H Cuiaba2-2
06 Jul 2026A Vila Nova1-2
27 Jun 2026A Criciuma0-1

Ceara

LDDLL
Last 50W 2D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 3D 6L
22 Jul 2026H CRB0-1
17 Jul 2026A America Mineiro1-1
14 Jul 2026H Athletic Club0-0
05 Jul 2026A Goias0-2
28 Jun 2026A Juventude0-2
Best odds for this sectionSão Bernardo Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 57% vs implied 53% · edge +4.5 pts
1.9
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São Bernardo to WinBetMGM guide price · model 47%
2.4
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Ceara to WinBet365 guide price · model 37%
3.5
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Ceara Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 47%
1.9
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 29%
2.75
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Recent form data shows São Bernardo's matches have a 60% over 2.5 goals rate and 80% BTTS rate, indicating open games with attacking intent. Ceara's form is more defensive with low goals scored, but their corner generation remains high, supporting the likelihood of many corners despite fewer goals.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0São Bernardo wins
2Draws
0Ceara wins
21 Mar 2026Ceara v São Bernardo1-1
17 Mar 2026São Bernardo v Ceara0-0
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 50% · edge +13.3 pts
2
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São Bernardo to WinBetMGM guide price · model 47%
2.4
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Ceara to WinBet365 guide price · model 37%
3.5
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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 29%
2.75
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The limited head-to-head sample of two matches shows low average goals (1 per game), which weakly supports attacking bets but does not contradict the corner market. The small sample means current season form and tactical approaches carry more weight for corner expectations in this fixture.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

Serie B

São Bernardo19
Played
Ceara19
São Bernardo1.3
Avg goals for
Ceara0.8
São Bernardo1
Avg goals against
Ceara1.2
São Bernardo5
Clean sheets
Ceara4
Best odds for this sectionSão Bernardo Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 57% vs implied 53% · edge +4.5 pts
1.9
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São Bernardo to WinBetMGM guide price · model 47%
2.4
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Ceara to WinBet365 guide price · model 37%
3.5
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Ceara Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 47%
1.9
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Season-long corner statistics reveal Ceara's strong corner average of 7.4 per game, the highest between the two teams, while São Bernardo maintains a solid 5.8. This consistent corner generation reflects tactical patterns favoring wing play and set-piece creation, underpinning the Over 8.5 Corners selection.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
10São Bernardo27197666
18Ceara1919478-6
São Bernardo's mid-table position (10th) with 27 points contrasts with Ceara's lower 18th place and 19 points, suggesting differing stakes. Ceara may push for attacking opportunities to improve standing, potentially increasing corner counts. The standings context supports a competitive match with active wing play and set-piece battles.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%São Bernardo Over 2.5
0%Ceara Over 2.5
1H2H avg goals
In the last two head-to-head matches, the average goals scored was low (1 per game), indicating tight defenses. However, corner trends are more relevant here, with both teams showing high corner averages this season. The tempo and attacking patterns suggest a match likely to produce numerous corners, consistent with the Over 2.5 Goals trend panel indicating attacking phases.

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