Novorizontino and Fortaleza meet today at 8:10 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Serie B. Novorizontino hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Novorizontino come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Fortaleza travel drawing too many games (3D in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Novorizontino and Fortaleza have split their 1 meetings almost evenly (0W–0D–1W). Their last encounter ended in Novorizontino won 0–1.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Novorizontino a slight edge, but Fortaleza are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.