Match Summary
Ponte Preta defeated Novorizontino 2:0. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2022. Goals were scored by Lucca 22′, Lucca 51′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. Ponte Preta had 46% possession while Novorizontino held 54%. Ponte Preta had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 17 (3 on target) for Novorizontino. Ponte Preta made 5 substitutions, Novorizontino made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Pedro Junior 49′).
Match Events
Key match events between Ponte Preta and Novorizontino — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Pedro Júnior
Penalty
Match Statistics
Ponte Preta had 46% possession against Novorizontino's 54%. Ponte Preta registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Novorizontino managed 17 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–10. Fouls committed: 20–21.
Lineups
Ponte Preta lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Gilson Kleina, while Novorizontino deployed a 4-4-2 under Léo Condé.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Ponte Preta is —, compared to 6.92 for Novorizontino. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Ponte Preta's highest-rated starter is —, while Novorizontino's best-rated player is Léo Tocantins (6.93).
Defensive Solidity
Ponte Preta deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Novorizontino's 4-man backline averaging 6.90. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Ponte Preta field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Novorizontino's 4 rated 6.93. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Ponte Preta start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Novorizontino averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Ponte Preta's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Novorizontino average 27.0 (youngest: Léo Tocantins (26), oldest: Reverson (28)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Ponte Preta's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 4 for Novorizontino. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Ponte Preta have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Novorizontino show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Ponte Preta and Novorizontino have met 1 times — Ponte Preta won 1, Novorizontino won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Ponte Preta leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026