Ceará and Criciúma face each other in Round 32 of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B 2026. Both teams are looking for a crucial win as the season approaches its conclusion. The match kicks off on Thursday 8 October at 23:30 (GMT).
Criciúma shows better recent form coming into this fixture. However, Ceará has recently dominated the head-to-head encounters between the two sides, which sets the stage for an interesting contest.
Discover our expert predictions for Ceará vs. Criciúma and analysis for this exciting matchup.
Ceará x Criciúma Odds
Odds are subject to change.
Match Overview - Ceará vs. Criciúma
- Ceará enters this match with inconsistent form, winning four of their last ten games. At home, they seek a vital win to continue dreaming of the Série B playoffs.
- Criciúma arrives with momentum, winning their last two games on the bounce. Despite recent away stumbles, they continue in the playoff zone.
- Criciúma boasts a solid defence, conceding an average of just 0.87 goals per game in the league.
- Ceará’s defender Luiz Otávio, along with midfielders Matheus Araujo and Vina, are the team’s joint top scorers with 3 goals each.
- Otero has been a key creator for Criciúma, providing 4 assists and scoring 3 goals.
CearáCEA
CriciúmaCRIRecent Results(Last N Matches)
Season Stats
Head-to-Head Record
- Ceará has dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning 5 of the last 7 encounters — plus two draws.
- The most recent match between the two sides ended in a 1-1 draw earlier this season.
- The last positive result by Criciúma was a 3-0 win during the 2015 Série B, playing home.
Head-to-Head
CearáCEACriciúmaCRI| Competition | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil Serie B | CriciúmaCRI 1-1  CearáCEA | |
| Brazil Serie B | CearáCEA 1-0CriciúmaCRI | |
| Brazil Serie B | CriciúmaCRI 1-2CearáCEA | |
| Brazil Serie B | CriciúmaCRI 1-1CearáCEA | |
| Brazil Serie B | CearáCEA 3-1CriciúmaCRI |
Ceará Looking for Home Comforts
Ceará sits 15th in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B, reflecting a mixed season. Their recent form includes four wins in the last ten league fixtures. They got a 1-0 away victory over Avaí in the last round.
At home, Ceará has been average, with seven wins from fifteen matches, as well as five losses. They scored 19 goals and conceded 17 in front of their supporters. With seven rounds to go, the team has little chance of qualifying for the playoffs and needs only a few points to avoid relegation.
Júlio César and Sánchez should be back against Criciúma after being suspended in the last round. Luiz Otávio will miss the game due to accumulating bookings.
DateResult | ||
|---|---|---|
AvaiAVA 0-1 CearáCEA | WinW | |
Operário-PROPE 2-2 CearáCEA | DrawD | |
CearáCEA 2-1 NovorizontinoNOV | WinW | |
Fortaleza ECFOR 1-1 CearáCEA | DrawD | |
Atlético GoianienseATL 2-1 CearáCEA | LossL | |
Criciúma Riding a Wave of Momentum
Criciúma enters this match in 4th place in the Brasileirão Série B, carrying momentum from two straight victories without conceding. This recent surge has solidified their position near the top of the table and highlights their current strong form.
On their travels, Criciúma has been effective, winning six of their fifteen league matches away from home. Their ability to get results on the road is a key part of their campaign.
The team’s goals are well-distributed, with defender Marcelo Hermes and midfielder Fellipe Mateus scoring four each. Otero has also been influential, providing four assists for his teammates.
DateResult | ||
|---|---|---|
LondrinaLON 0-2 CriciúmaCRI | WinW | |
CriciúmaCRI 3-0AvaiAVA | WinW | |
CriciúmaCRI 0-2Operário-PROPE | LossL | |
Atlético GoianienseATL 4-0CriciúmaCRI | LossL | |
CriciúmaCRI 0-2 JuventudeJUV | LossL | |
Ceará vs. Criciúma Prediction: a tightly contested draw
Ceará has a strong historical record against Criciúma, giving them confidence for this home fixture. However, the visitors are in much better current form, pointing towards a tactical and closely fought game where we could see under 2.5 goals.
Criciúma comes into the match on the back of two consecutive victories. Given their momentum, they have a solid chance of leaving with a result, making the "Criciúma or Draw" market an interesting option.
With Ceará’s historical advantage clashing against Criciúma’s superior recent form, the teams look evenly matched for this encounter. Consequently, our main prediction is a draw.
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
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| Best Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Double Chance & Over/Under | Under 2.5 goals in total | |
| Double Chance | Criciúma or a draw in the double chance market | |
Where to Watch Ceará vs. Criciúma
For those wondering where to watch Ceará vs. Criciúma, here is the latest information on the broadcast.
- TV: no broadcast scheduled
- Streaming: no broadcast scheduled
Ceará vs. Criciúma Predicted Lineups
With no significant injury worries, the Ceará lineup will mostly miss centre-back Luiz Otávio, suspended for this match.
On the other hand, the Criciúma lineup will probably reflect their strongest available players, as the manager has a full squad to choose from.
Ceará
Richard; Júlio César, Bryan, Éder e Sánchez; João Gabriel, Richardson, Matheus Araújo (Saulo Mineiro) e Melk; Enzo Lodovico e Rian.
Criciúma
Airton; Marcinho, Rodrigo, Luciano Castán e Marcelo Hermes; Jean Irmer, Ronald e Fellipe Mateus; Otero, Nicolas e Jonathan Robert.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Ceará vs. Criciúma
- Competition: Campeonato Brasileiro Série B 2026
- Date: 08/10/2026
- Kick-off: 23:30 (GMT)
- Venue: Arena Castelão, Fortaleza, Brazil
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