Crato and Barbalha face each other in an official match of the 2026 A2 Cearense season. The game takes place at Estádio Mirandão on Sunday, 19/04/2026, at 20:00 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for Crato Esporte Clube vs Barbalha Futebol Clube, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

APWin predictions for Crato vs Barbalha

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APWin Prediction

Under 2.5 Goals

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👉 Our prediction is: Barbalha win or draw

We feel strongly about Barbalha's chances of leaving with a point, or maybe even more. That is why our betting tip is Barbalha to win or draw on the Double Chance market.

Barbalha has shown considerable courage and determination in their recent away performances, while Crato's form has not been the most convincing. So while an away win might be too much to ask for, Barbalha is more than capable of collecting a point in this match.

👉 Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match

It's hard to see too many goals in this match between Crato and Barbalha given their lack of goalscoring ability.

That is why we project the total to go under 2.5 goals. So if 2 or fewer goals are scored, the bet wins.

Big Blue preview

Crato comes into the match having played 4 games in the A2 Cearense so far. They have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses, with an average of 2 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 2 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses.

Crato's attack has scored 4 goals during this period. Out of this total, 4 goals were scored in the A2 Cearense, averaging 1 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.

The offence system of Crato is led by as the top scorer of the season. The has scored 0 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, , who has contributed with 0 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 1 goals with an average of 0.25 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 1 goals conceded in 4 matches, resulting in an average of 0.25.

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On the other hand, Barbalha comes into the match having played 4 games in the A2 Cearense so far. They have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws, and 2 losses, with an average of 1 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 1 wins, 1 draws, and 2 losses.

Barbalha's attack has scored 2 goals during this period. Out of this total, 2 goals were scored in the A2 Cearense, averaging 0.5 goals per match. The season's average stands at 0.5.

The offence system of Barbalha is led by as the top scorer of the season. The has scored 0 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, , who has contributed with 0 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 5 goals with an average of 1.25 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 5 goals conceded in 4 matches, resulting in an average of 1.25.

Head to head: Crato vs Barbalha

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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Crato

Brazil - Cearense 2

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall D W W D L

1.6

Home W W W D W

2.6

Away D D L W L

1

Away Team

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Barbalha

Brazil - Cearense 2

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W L D D

1

Home W D D D W

1.8

Away L L D D L

0.4

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Published on 18 April 2026, at 21:30 Last updated on 18 April 2026, at 21:30
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