Ceara vs Fortaleza: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Ceara

L L D D L

16th place in Brazil Serie B

2-1

17/05/2026 17:30

Fortaleza

W W L W L

5th place in Brazil Serie B

Brazil Serie B

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Ceara vs Fortaleza on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 17:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Ceara vs Fortaleza preview before placing your bet.

Ceara are currently 16th with 22 points after 20 matches.
Fortaleza sit 5th with 34 points from 20 matches.
Head-to-head history favors Ceara, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Fortaleza have no wins, while 4 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

1X / 12 / X2

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Weather

17:30

2026-05-17

Ceara vs Fortaleza - Prediction & Odds

Ceara

Fortaleza

2026-05-17 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Criciuma	40	20	11	7	2	23	12	11
02 Operario Ferroviario PR	35	20	10	5	5	28	25	3
03 Juventude	35	20	10	5	5	22	12	10
04 Vila Nova	34	20	10	4	6	27	24	3
05 Fortaleza	34	20	10	4	6	23	19	4
06 Gremio Novorizontino	33	20	9	6	5	32	19	13
07 Atletico Clube Goianiense	31	20	8	7	5	23	20	3
08 CRB AL	29	20	8	5	7	31	32	-1
09 Goias	29	20	8	5	7	21	26	-5
10 Sport Club do Recife	29	20	6	11	3	25	19	6
11 Athletic Club MG	28	20	6	10	4	19	18	1
12 Sao Bernardo	27	20	7	6	7	28	23	5
13 Nautico (PE)	25	20	7	4	9	24	24	0
14 Cuiaba	25	20	5	10	5	15	15	0
15 Botafogo SP	24	20	6	6	8	24	21	3
16 Ceara	22	20	5	7	8	20	25	-5
17 Londrina PR	20	20	5	5	10	27	31	-4
18 Avai FC	20	20	5	5	10	21	27	-6
19 America MG	11	20	2	5	13	14	31	-17
20 Ponte Preta	9	20	2	3	15	15	39	-24

Head To Head

08/04/2026 20:30

Ceara

2 - 0

Fortaleza

BRA CNF

08/03/2026 17:00

Ceara

1 - 1

Fortaleza

BRA CE

01/03/2026 17:00

Fortaleza

1 - 1

Ceara

BRA CE

08/02/2026 17:00

Ceara

0 - 0

Fortaleza

BRA CE

06/11/2025 19:00

Ceara

1 - 1

Fortaleza

BRA D1

13/07/2025 19:30

Fortaleza

0 - 1

Ceara

BRA D1

Ceara

33%

Draw

67%

Fortaleza

Ceara Last 6 matches

13/05/2026 20:30

Ceara 2 - 1 Atletico Mineiro Copa do Brasil

09/05/2026 18:00

Ceara 0 - 1 Atletico Clube Goianiense BRA D2

06/05/2026 20:30

Vitoria BA 1 - 0 Ceara BRA CNF

03/05/2026 17:00

Sport Club do Recife 2 - 0 Ceara BRA D2

29/04/2026 20:30

Maranhao 1 - 3 Ceara BRA CNF

26/04/2026 17:00

Ceara 3 - 3 Vila Nova BRA D2

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Fortaleza

14/05/2026 19:00

CRB AL 0 - 0 Fortaleza Copa do Brasil

10/05/2026 17:30

Avai FC 0 - 0 Fortaleza BRA D2

07/05/2026 18:30

Confianca SE 1 - 2 Fortaleza BRA CNF

02/05/2026 19:30

Fortaleza 4 - 1 Goias BRA D2

29/04/2026 20:30

Fortaleza 2 - 0 Sport Club do Recife BRA CNF

26/04/2026 17:00

Operario Ferroviario PR 0 - 0 Fortaleza BRA D2

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie B

Played games

Ceara

Fortaleza

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.25

Scored

Avg. per game

1.15

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.95

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

12 (60%)8 (40%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

13 (65%)7 (35%)

Ceara

Recent matches

Fortaleza

Under /Over

(70%)14 6(30%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(55%)11 9(45%)

Under /Over

(20%)4 16(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

Under /Over

(40%)8 12(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(30%)6 14(70%)

/Yes

(50%)10 10(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(35%)7 13(65%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Ceara

Fortaleza

Shots

Ceara

Total shots

13.00 avg / game

Blocked

79 total

Avg. 4.16

Fortaleza

Total shots

12.70 avg / game

Blocked

65 total

Avg. 3.42

Ceara Pass Fortaleza

Total passes

6738

Avg. 337 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

6886

Avg. 344 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Ceara

Played games

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.20

Clean sheets

0.45

5.45

109

Corners

107

5.35

20.30

406

Throw-ins

330

16.50

1.45

Offsides

2.05

2.45

GK saves

2.95

Ceara

DISCIPLINARY

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.25

2.55

0.20

0.10

13.85

277

Fouls

283

14.15

9.45

189

Tackles

145

7.25

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Ceara vs Fortaleza Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Ceara vs Fortaleza on 17 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Brazil Serie B fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Ceara vs Fortaleza Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Ceara's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Fortaleza's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Brazil Serie B Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Brazil Serie B standings and the Brazil Serie B form table to understand exactly where Ceara and Fortaleza sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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