Bragantino vs Sport Recife Prediction & Betting Tips (14 September)

RB Bragantino welcomes Sport Recife to Estádio Nabi Abi Chedid on September 14th in a clash that pits mid-table ambition against survival desperation. Bragantino, currently 8th in the Serie A standings with 30 points, are looking to bounce back from a 4-1 defeat to Botafogo. Coach Fernando Seabra has been under pressure following a string of poor results—just one win in their last seven outings. Despite the slump, attacking midfielder Jhon Jhon remains a bright spark, having netted in their recent loss. The team averages 1.0 goals per game but concedes 2.1, a vulnerability they’ll need to address if they’re to secure a much-needed home win.

Sport Recife, meanwhile, languishes at the bottom of the table with just 10 points from 20 matches. Daniel Pollo Barioni’s side is fresh off a 3-2 defeat to Vasco da Gama, where Lucas Lima and Ramon Menezes found the net. Lima, however, has become notorious for his disciplinary record, collecting multiple yellow cards in recent fixtures. The Leão da Ilha have struggled on the road, losing seven of their last ten away games. Their defensive frailty—conceding 1.7 goals per match—has been a recurring theme, and with only one clean sheet in their last seven, they’ll need a tactical overhaul to contain Bragantino’s front line.

Historically, Bragantino has dominated this matchup, winning three of the last five meetings and keeping Sport Recife scoreless in all of them. Their most recent encounter in April ended in a 1-0 away win for Bragantino, reinforcing their psychological edge. While both teams have shown a tendency to concede early, Bragantino’s home advantage and slightly more cohesive midfield play could tilt the balance. Expect Seabra to deploy a high press early on, aiming to exploit Recife’s shaky backline and capitalize on set-piece opportunities.

Given the current form and statistical trends, a 2-1 scoreline in favor of Bragantino feels both realistic and fitting. Sport Recife has shown flashes of attacking promise, particularly through Lima and Menezes, but their defensive lapses are likely to be punished. Bragantino, despite their own inconsistencies, have the tools to edge this contest—especially with the likes of Jhon Jhon and Henry Mosquera capable of unlocking defenses. It won’t be a walk in the park, but the hosts should have just enough firepower to secure all three points.