Serie BSerie B
Sunday, 28 June 2026Last updated 12:22
Juventude

Juventude

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WW
20
Full time
Ceara

Ceara

Away
DDL
Estadio Alfredo Jaconi
GoalVio prediction
60% confidence
Juventude(60%)
Most likely exact score1-0
Prediction correct— Result: Juventude
Win probability
Juventude
60%
Draw
25%
Ceara
15%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Juventude
54
Ceara
14
Defence
Juventude
91
Ceara
66
Momentum
Juventude
100
Ceara
22
Danger (xG)
Juventude
0.91
Ceara
0.22
Both teams to score
No

The model projects 2.21 xG for Juventude and 0.56 xG for Ceara. Ceara's projected xG of 0.56 is not sufficient to make scoring a reliable expectation — the model does not see them generating enough high-quality chances to break through.The projected 2-0 scoreline features a clean sheet for one side. The xG distribution suggests Juventude will score, but Ceara's attacking output falls below the threshold the model requires to project both teams scoring.Juventude's Defensive Stability Score (91) comfortably exceeds the opposition's Attack Score (14). That structural defensive advantage is the clearest reason the model does not project both teams scoring.

Over 2.5 goals
No

The model projects a combined xG of 2.77 — elevated attacking volume. A combined xG below 2.5 is the model's primary signal that the match is unlikely to produce more than two goals, and this fixture falls below that threshold.The projected 2-0 scoreline stays under the 2.5-goal mark. The probability grid is dominated by scorelines of two goals or fewer, with the over 2.5 market requiring a result that sits outside the model's most likely outcomes.The defensive profiles of both sides are stronger than their attacking counterparts — Juventude's Defensive Stability (91) and Ceara's (66) both suggest teams capable of limiting the opposition. When both defences are this organised, the model expects a lower-scoring environment.

xG for (Juventude)
0.91
avg per match
xG for (Ceara)
0.22
avg per match
xG against (Juventude)
0.55
avg per match
xG against (Ceara)
1.03
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
JuventudeJuventude
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CearaCeara
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Probability breakdown

60% confidence
Juventude60%
Draw25%
Ceara15%

Juventude leads with 60% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Juventude Backed to Win — Model Projects 1-0

Juventude host Ceara in Serie B. Juventude have recorded WDWWLW in recent matches while Ceara arrive with a run of LLDDLW. These sides have met 10 times recently, averaging 2.0 goals per game.

Key factors

: 🎯 xG Advantage The Goalvio xG model projects 2.21 expected goals for Juventude against 0.56 for Ceara — a significant advantage that translates into a higher win probability. xG is the model's most reliable predictor of match outcomes.
: 🔒 Defensive Stability Juventude have kept 8 clean sheet(s) in 10 recent matches — a defensive record that gives them a meaningful edge in this fixture. Defensive solidity is one of the strongest predictors of match outcomes at this level.
: 🏟️ Home Advantage Goalvio applies an 8% xG boost for home teams based on empirical data showing home sides score 10–15% more goals at their own ground. Juventude's Elo-adjusted home strength gives them a 63% expected score in this fixture — a factor that tips the balance when the underlying numbers are close.

Why GoalVio backs this

Juventude are generating a dominant xG advantage — 2.21 projected against 0.56 for Ceara. xG measures the quality of chances created, not just shots. A gap of 1.65 is the clearest signal in the model that Juventude are the materially more dangerous side in this fixture.

Biggest risk: Ceara carry a Defensive Stability Score of 66 — stronger than their overall Power Rating suggests. If Juventude fail to convert early chances and the game remains goalless at half-time, the momentum could shift. Tight games are always vulnerable to a single moment of quality from the underdog.

Risk factors

  • The head-to-head record is competitive — the underdog has won 2 of the last 10 meetings.
  • Live conditions — weather, team news, and in-game momentum — can always override statistical projections.
  • The Poisson model works on averages — individual moments of quality can decide matches that data suggests should be close.

Head to head

Juventude 1Draws 00 Ceara
Avg goals: 2.0
28 Jun 2026
Juventude
W20
Ceara

Recent form

Juventude

Juventude

W
vs Cuiaba
17 Jul 2026
20
xG 0.9
W
vs Vila Nova
10 Jul 2026
10
W
vs Ceara
28 Jun 2026
20
W
@ São Bernardo
21 Jun 2026
10
D
vs Sao Paulo
13 May 2026
00
Ceara

Ceara

D
@ America Mineiro
17 Jul 2026
11
xG 0.7
D
vs Athletic Club
14 Jul 2026
00
L
@ Goias
5 Jul 2026
02
L
@ Juventude
28 Jun 2026
02
L
vs Botafogo SP
20 Jun 2026
01

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Juventude vs Ceara?

GoalVio's model predicts Juventude to win with 60% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Juventude vs Ceara?

The most likely scoreline according to GoalVio's Skellam-DC model is 1-0.

Will both teams score in Juventude vs Ceara?

GoalVio's model predicts BTTS: No — at least one team is expected to keep a clean sheet.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Juventude vs Ceara?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: No — fewer than 3 goals are expected.

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