Criciuma vs Vila Nova: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 July

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Criciuma

WWDWW

3rd place in Brazil Serie B

? - ?

18/07/2026 15:00

Vila Nova

WWLWL

1st place in Brazil Serie B

Brazil Serie B

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Criciuma vs Vila Nova on 18 July 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Criciuma vs Vila Nova preview before placing your bet.

Criciuma will face Vila Nova in Brazil Serie B on July 18, 2026 at 15:00.
Criciuma are currently 3rd with 30 points after 16 matches.
Vila Nova sit 1st with 31 points from 16 matches.

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

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STANDINGS UP TO 18/07/2026

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

01 Vila Nova	31	16	9	4	3	25	18	7
02 Gremio Novorizontino	30	16	8	6	2	27	14	13
03 Criciuma	30	16	8	6	2	18	11	7
04 Fortaleza	28	16	8	4	4	20	16	4
05 Juventude	26	16	7	5	4	16	8	8
06 Sao Bernardo	25	16	7	4	5	21	14	7
07 Sport Club do Recife	25	16	6	7	3	18	12	6
08 Operario Ferroviario PR	25	15	7	4	4	19	17	2
09 Goias	24	16	7	3	6	16	21	-5
10 Cuiaba	23	16	5	8	3	12	9	3
11 Athletic Club MG	22	15	5	7	3	16	15	1
12 Nautico (PE)	21	16	6	3	7	21	19	2
13 Atletico Clube Goianiense	21	16	5	6	5	18	19	-1
14 Botafogo SP	19	16	5	4	7	17	15	2
15 CRB AL	19	16	5	4	7	24	29	-5
16 Londrina PR	18	16	5	3	8	24	24	0
17 Ceara	17	16	4	5	7	15	20	-5
18 Avai FC	13	16	3	4	9	16	24	-8
19 Ponte Preta	8	16	2	2	12	10	31	-21
20 America MG	6	16	1	3	12	10	27	-17

Criciuma Last 6 matches

05/07/2026 02:00

Criciuma 1 - 0 Sport Club do Recife

Brazil Serie B

28/06/2026 02:00

Criciuma 1 - 0 Sao Bernardo

Brazil Serie B

24/06/2026 06:00

America MG 0 - 1 Criciuma

Brazil Serie B

16/06/2026 07:00

Criciuma 1 - 1 Ceara

Brazil Serie B

06/06/2026 21:00

Criciuma 1 - 0 Londrina PR

Brazil Serie B

31/05/2026 02:00

Avai FC 1 - 2 Criciuma

Brazil Serie B

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Vila Nova

07/07/2026 05:00

Vila Nova 2 - 1 Sao Bernardo

Brazil Serie B

27/06/2026 05:00

Gremio Novorizontino 2 - 1 Vila Nova

Brazil Serie B

21/06/2026 05:00

Vila Nova 4 - 3 Nautico (PE)

Brazil Serie B

15/06/2026 03:00

Cuiaba 1 - 0 Vila Nova

Brazil Serie B

09/06/2026 06:00

Vila Nova 1 - 0 Botafogo SP

Brazil Serie B

31/05/2026 21:00

Londrina PR 0 - 1 Vila Nova

Brazil Serie B

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie B

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Criciuma

Vila Nova

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.75

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.13

Scored

Avg. per game

1.13

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 8 home matches

YesNo

5 (63%)3 (38%)

In last 8 home matches

NoYes

5 (63%)3 (38%)

Criciuma

Recent matches

Vila Nova

Under /Over

(50%)4 4(50%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(88%)7 1(12%)

Under /Over

(13%)1 7(87%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)3 5(62%)

Under /Over

(25%)2 6(75%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(63%)5 3(37%)

/Yes

(50%)4 4(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(75%)6 2(25%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Criciuma

Vila Nova

Shots

Criciuma

Total shots

13.75 avg / game

Blocked

27 total

Avg. 3.38

Vila Nova

Total shots

12.88 avg / game

Blocked

29 total

Avg. 4.14

Criciuma Pass Vila Nova

Total passes

2838

Avg. 355 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

59%

Total passes

2179

Avg. 272 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Criciuma

Played games

Vila Nova

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.50

Clean sheets

0.25

5.13

Corners

4.63

19.63

157

Throw-ins

149

18.63

2.13

Offsides

1.00

2.63

GK saves

2.00

Criciuma

DISCIPLINARY

Vila Nova

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.88

2.13

0.00

0.13

11.13

Fouls

12.00

6.13

Tackles

7.00

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How We Build the Criciuma vs Vila Nova Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Criciuma vs Vila Nova on 18 July 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.

Criciuma vs Vila Nova Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Criciuma's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Vila Nova'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 Criciuma and Vila Nova sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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