Nova Iguaçu and Noroeste face each other on Saturday 05.23.2026, at 21:00 (UK Time), in a Serie D 2026 match. The game will take place at Nova Iguaçu's home ground, the Estádio Laranjão.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Nova Iguaçu Futebol Clube and Esporte Clube Noroeste, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Nova Iguaçu vs Noroeste
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Nova Iguaçu preview
Nova Iguaçu heads into the match with the following record in the Serie D: in 7 matches, Nova Iguaçu Futebol Clube secured 1 victories, 3 draws, and 3 losses, maintaining an average of 0.86 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Pride of Baixada's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 4 victories so far.
Nova Iguaçu has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 25 goals, of which 5 were scored in the Serie D, resulting in an average of 0.71 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Leonardo Rafael dos Santos, who has found the back of the net 5 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Wender dos Santos Almeida has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, Nova Iguaçu has conceded 9 goals in the Serie D (an average of 1.29 per game) and 26 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.18 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Noroeste preview
Noroeste comes into the game with 14 matches played so far in the Serie D. They have secured 4 victories, 4 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.14 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 9 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses.
Esporte Clube Noroeste's attack has been highly effective, scoring 36 goals during this period. Of that total, 14 were netted in the Serie D, with an average of 1 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.09.
Norusca's offensive system is led by Carlos Henrique de Moura Brito, the team's top scorer this season. The brazilian forward has found the back of the net 5 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Diego Mathias de Almeida. The midfielder has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 14 goals with an average of 1 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 40 goals in 33 matches, averaging 1.21 per match.
Head to head: Nova Iguaçu vs Noroeste
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Nova Iguaçu
Brazil - Serie D
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D D L D |
1.2 |
| Home | W D L L W |
1.4 |
| Away | D L D L W |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 14% | 33% | 0% |
| Goals | 2 | 1.33 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 0.71 | 0.67 | 0.75 |
| Conceded | 1.29 | 0.67 | 1.75 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57% | 33% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 43% | 67% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 14% | 33% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.31 | 1.43 |
|
xGA
|
1.18 | 0.84 | 1.43 |
Noroeste
Brazil - Serie D
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W W W W |
2.6 |
| Home | D W W L D |
1.6 |
| Away | W W L L L |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| Goals | 2 | 2.13 | 1.83 |
| Scored | 1 | 1.13 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 36% | 50% | 17% |
| Without Conceding | 36% | 50% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 43% | 25% | 67% |
| 1st to Score | 14% | 50% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.27 | 1.29 | 1.25 |
|
xGA
|
1.24 | 0.99 | 1.55 |
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