Nova Iguaçu and Maricá face each other in an official match of the 2026 A1 Carioca season. The game takes place at Estádio Jânio Moraes (Laranjão) on Monday, 16/02/2026, at 20:00 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Nova Iguaçu Futebol Clube vs Maricá 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 Nova Iguaçu vs Maricá
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Under 2.5 Goals
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Nova Iguaçu FC preview
Nova Iguaçu comes into the match having played 7 games in the A1 Carioca so far. They have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses, with an average of 0.86 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 1 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses.
Nova Iguaçu's attack has scored 9 goals during this period. Out of this total, 9 goals were scored in the A1 Carioca, averaging 1.29 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.29.
The offence system of Nova Iguaçu is led by Leonardo Rafael dos Santos as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian midfielder has scored 5 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Wender dos Santos Almeida, who has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 10 goals with an average of 1.43 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 10 goals conceded in 7 matches, resulting in an average of 1.43.
Maricá FC preview
On the other hand, Maricá comes into the match having played 7 games in the A1 Carioca so far. They have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws, and 6 losses, with an average of 0.43 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 1 wins, 0 draws, and 6 losses.
Maricá's attack has scored 5 goals during this period. Out of this total, 5 goals were scored in the A1 Carioca, averaging 0.71 goals per match. The season's average stands at 0.71.
The offence system of Maricá is led by Marcelo Oliveira Pinto as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian midfielder has scored 2 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Rafael Forster, who has contributed with 1 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 14 goals with an average of 2 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 14 goals conceded in 7 matches, resulting in an average of 2.
Head to head: Nova Iguaçu vs Maricá
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Nova Iguaçu
Brazil - Carioca 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L D L |
0.86 |
| Home | L D L |
0.33 |
| Away | D L D W |
1.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 14% | 0% | 25% |
| Goals | 2.71 | 4 | 1.75 |
| Scored | 1.29 | 1.67 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.43 | 2.33 | 0.75 |
| Both Teams to Score | 71% | 100% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 29% | 0% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 71% | 100% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.31 | 1.03 | 1.51 |
|
xGA
|
1.42 | 1.55 | 1.32 |
Maricá
Brazil - Carioca 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L L |
0.43 |
| Home | L L L L |
0 |
| Away | L W L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 14% | 0% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.71 | 2.75 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 0.71 | 0.5 | 1 |
| Conceded | 2 | 2.25 | 1.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 43% | 50% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 43% | 50% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 71% | 0% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.34 | 1.75 | 0.79 |
|
xGA
|
1.41 | 1.2 | 1.68 |
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