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Brasileiro 2026, Serie B·2026-09-05·Round 26

Novorizontino and Fortaleza Shine, Goiás and Sport Stumble

By Lorena Laís Mota · · Round-up

Novorizontino and Fortaleza Shine, Goiás and Sport Stumble

In the latest round of Serie B action, Novorizontino and Fortaleza emerged as winners, significantly boosting their promotion prospects, while Goiás and Sport saw their ambitions dim. Novorizontino's commanding 3-1 victory over Avaí has been a game-changer, lifting their promotion chances to an impressive 68.3%, a hefty increase of 13.5%. This win not only solidifies their position in the top three but also raises their chance of winning the league to a notable 20.8%, making them a team to watch.

Fortaleza also enjoyed a fruitful outing, securing a 1-0 win against Goiás. This result has propelled their promotion prospects to 47.5% and increased their chances of winning the championship to 8.6%. Meanwhile, Goiás, who are now in the mid-table, have seen their promotion hopes dwindle to just 3.9%. This downturn highlights the competitive nature of Serie B, where every match can dramatically alter the landscape.

On the flip side, Sport's hopes took a hit with a 2-1 defeat to Ceará, effectively pushing them out of the winner's race. Their promotion probability has also dropped to 7.6%, a significant decrease over recent rounds. Meanwhile, Ceará’s victory provided them some breathing room from relegation, reducing their chances of dropping down to 24.8%.

As the league approaches its final stretch, the battle for promotion intensifies. Keep an eye on Novorizontino and Fortaleza as they continue their push for top-flight football, while Goiás and Sport will be eager to regain lost ground in the upcoming matches.

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