Sport Recife desperately need points on Saturday, Aug 29 at 5:00 PM in the Serie B. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Novorizontino come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 0D 3L). Sport Recife travel drawing too many games (4D in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Despite playing at home, Novorizontino face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Sport Recife have won 4 of 7 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Novorizontino won 0–1.

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