Match Summary
Ponte Preta and Ituano drew 1:1. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2024. Goals were scored by Iago Dias 44′, Zé Carlos 77′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Ponte Preta had 43% possession while Ituano held 57%. Ponte Preta had 18 shots (3 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for Ituano. Ponte Preta made 4 substitutions, Ituano made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Ponte Preta and Ituano — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Pedro Rocha
assist: Eduardo Person
Match Statistics
Ponte Preta had 43% possession against Ituano's 57%. Ponte Preta registered 18 shots (3 on target) while Ituano managed 14 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 15–16.
Lineups
Ponte Preta lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under João Brigatti, while Ituano deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Marcinho Freitas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Ponte Preta is 6.80, compared to — for Ituano. 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 Castro (6.80), while Ituano's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Ponte Preta deploy 5 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Ituano's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Ituano's 5 rated —. 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 1 for Ituano 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 29.0 (youngest: Jeh (26), oldest: Iago Dias (32)), while Ituano average 25.0 (youngest: Miquéias (24), oldest: Léo Duarte (26)). 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 3 league appearances each, versus 0 for Ituano. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Ponte Preta have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Ituano show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Ponte Preta and Ituano have met 1 times — Ponte Preta won 1, Ituano 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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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026