Ponte Preta face Avai FC on Saturday, Aug 22 at 5:00 PM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the Serie B, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Ponte Preta come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5). Avai FC travel struggling badly (0W 5L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Ponte Preta and Avai FC have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (4W–3D–3W). Their last encounter ended in Avai FC won 1–2.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow Ponte Preta win or a draw looks most likely.