Ponte Preta desperately need points on Tuesday, Oct 6 at 5:00 PM in the Serie B. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Ponte Preta come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5). Juventude, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 1D 2L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Ponte Preta head into this on the back of a defeat, while Juventude arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 10 previous meetings, Ponte Preta lead 3–5 with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Ponte Preta won 0–3.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Juventude arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Ponte Preta. Juventude to win.