Match Summary
Sport Recife defeated Ceara 2:1. The match was played in Serie B 2013. Goals were scored by Marcos Aurélio 31′, Marcos Aurélio 45′, Lulinha 51′. Sport Recife made 3 substitutions, Ceara made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Sport Recife and Ceara — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Rychely
Lineups
Sport Recife lined up in a — formation, while Ceara deployed a —.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sport Recife is 7.32, compared to — for Ceara. 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. Sport Recife's highest-rated starter is Lucas Lima (7.32), while Ceara's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sport Recife have contributed 3 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Lucas Lima (3G). Ceara's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Sport Recife field 11 midfielders averaging 7.32, versus Ceara's 11 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.
Discipline
Sport Recife's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Ceara. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sport Recife's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: Lucas Lima (35), oldest: Lucas Lima (35)), while Ceara average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
Sport Recife's starters average 33 league appearances each, versus 0 for Ceara. 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sport Recife have recorded 0 wins, 0 draws and 6 defeats. Ceara show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Sport Recife vs Ceara Head to Head Results
Sport Recife and Ceara have met 2 times — Sport Recife won 0, Ceara won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Ceara leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 25 Apr 2026