Avai 1-1 Vila Nova: result and AI prediction
Avai – Vila Nova, Serie B, Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 01:30 AM (GMT). Venue: Estádio da Ressacada
Avai is #17 in the table (29 pts) and Vila Nova #4 (47 pts). 13 places separate the two teams in the table. Avai has not won any of its last 5 matches. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Avai 1, draws 3, Vila Nova 2. Their last meeting, on May 17, 2026, ended Vila Nova 2-0 Avai.
AI confidence: Low
AI match recap
This is a high-stakes Série B meeting between an Avaí side trying to pull clear of danger and a Vila Nova side protecting promotion momentum. Vila Nova arrive with the stronger overall campaign and the recent head-to-head advantage, but their attacking output has travelled less convincingly than their home form. Avaí’s best route is a disciplined, low-event performance at Ressacada, where their defensive work has been more reliable. Expect a physical midfield contest, pressure from wide areas and significant importance placed on dead-ball situations.
Head-to-head analysis
Vila Nova won the most recent meeting without conceding, but the broader recent series has included several draws and home wins for Avaí. The head-to-head points to a competitive pairing rather than a one-sided rivalry.
Form (last 5)
Avai vs Vila Nova stats
| Avai | Vila Nova | |
|---|---|---|
| Played | 27 | 27 |
| Goals scored | 28 | 39 |
| Goals conceded | 35 | 30 |
| Clean sheets | 7 | 9 |
Last meetings
- 2026-05-17Vila Nova 2-0 Avai
- 2025-11-08Vila Nova 2-2 Avai
- 2025-07-19Avai 1-1 Vila Nova
- 2024-10-26Avai 3-0 Vila Nova
- 2024-07-14Vila Nova 2-1 Avai
- 2023-08-12Vila Nova 1-1 Avai

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