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Brazilian Serie B: Vila Nova vs Operario Ferroviario
Kickoff Time: 2025-07-12 06:00(HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Ricardo Moraes
Vila Nova defeated Ferroviaria 3-1 on their previous away game. After a six-game losing streak, the team has now won two consecutive league matches and is showing signs of recovery in form. From a statistical perspective, Vila Nova has scored 14 goals and conceded 15 in the league so far, with neither attack nor defense standing out. However, whenever they play at home, their performance tends to improve. Like many teams in Brazil’s Serie B, Vila Nova is a team that relies heavily on home points. So far this season, in their seven home games, they have recorded five wins and two losses, an impressive win rate of 71%. Additionally, of their current 22 league points, 15 have come from home games. It goes without saying that home games are a key scoring ground for Vila Nova.
Operario Ferroviario lost 1-2 at home against Chapecoense AF in their previous match. The team suffered two consecutive losses and has only managed one win and four losses in their last five league games, showing a very poor overall performance. Statistically, Operario Ferroviario has scored 17 goals and conceded 19 in the league so far. Although they have a strong attack, their defense is full of weaknesses, with a very open and inconsistent style of play. Furthermore, Operario Ferroviario is typical weak on the road, having only two wins and six losses in their eight league away games this season. They are currently on a four-game losing streak on the road. Their weak away performance is one of the main reasons for their low league ranking.
In the last five encounters between the two teams, Vila Nova has won four and drawn one, remaining undefeated and holding a clear advantage. Considering both teams’ performances this season and their recent form, Vila Nova clearly appears to be stronger than Operario Ferroviario. Taking all factors into account, the well-performing Vila Nova is expected to secure another three points by taking advantage of their home ground.
Vila Nova’s Last 5 Games: WWLLL
25-07-07 Ferroviaria 1-3 Vila Nova
25-06-29 Vila Nova 1-0 Atletico GO
25-06-23 Amazonas FC 2-1 Vila Nova
25-06-14 Vila Nova 0-3 America MG
25-06-10 Criciuma 1-0 Vila Nova
Operario Ferroviario’s Last 5 Games: LLWLL
25-07-08 Operario Ferroviario 1-2 Chapecoense AF
25-06-30 Volta Redonda 1-0 Operario Ferroviario
25-06-24 Operario Ferroviario 2-0 Novorizontino
25-06-15 Athletic Club 2-1 Operario Ferroviario
25-06-09 Remo 2-1 Operario Ferroviario
Head To Head Record:
24-08-21 Operario Ferroviario 2-3 Vila Nova
24-05-05 Vila Nova 1-0 Operario Ferroviario
22-10-01 Operario Ferroviario 1-1 Vila Nova
22-06-17 Vila Nova 2-1 Operario Ferroviario
21-09-29 Operario Ferroviario 1-2 Vila Nova
Prediction: Vila Nova to win