Nova Iguaçu and Sampaio Corrêa-RJ face each other in an official match of the 2026 A1 Carioca season. The game takes place at Estádio Laranjão (Laranjão) on Sunday, 08/03/2026, at 19:00 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Nova Iguaçu Futebol Clube vs Sampaio Corrêa Futebol e Esporte, 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 Sampaio Corrêa-RJ
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Nova Iguaçu Win
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Nova Iguaçu comes into the match having played 11 games in the A1 Carioca so far. They have recorded 1 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 0.82 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 1 wins, 7 draws, and 4 losses.
Nova Iguaçu's attack has scored 14 goals during this period. Out of this total, 13 goals were scored in the A1 Carioca, averaging 1.18 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.17.
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, Alexandre Junio Santos da Silva, who has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 15 goals with an average of 1.36 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 16 goals conceded in 12 matches, resulting in an average of 1.33.
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On the other hand, Sampaio Corrêa-RJ comes into the match having played 11 games in the A1 Carioca so far. They have recorded 5 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 1.55 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 5 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses.
Sampaio Corrêa-RJ's attack has scored 18 goals during this period. Out of this total, 17 goals were scored in the A1 Carioca, averaging 1.55 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.5.
The offence system of Sampaio Corrêa-RJ is led by Luan de Figueiredo Gular da Gama as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian defender has scored 3 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Guilherme dos Santos Souza, who has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 20 goals with an average of 1.82 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 21 goals conceded in 12 matches, resulting in an average of 1.75.
Head to head: Nova Iguaçu vs Sampaio Corrêa-RJ
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 D D L D |
0.82 |
| Home | D L L D L |
0.4 |
| Away | D D D L D |
1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 9% | 0% | 17% |
| Goals | 2.55 | 3 | 2.17 |
| Scored | 1.18 | 1.2 | 1.17 |
| Conceded | 1.36 | 1.8 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 73% | 80% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 9% | 0% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 27% | 20% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 73% | 80% | 67% |
|
xG
|
1.21 | 1.05 | 1.34 |
|
xGA
|
1.35 | 1.37 | 1.34 |
Sampaio Corrêa-RJ
Brazil - Carioca 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W D W W |
1.55 |
| Home | W D W D W |
1.83 |
| Away | L W L W L |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 45% | 50% | 40% |
| Goals | 3.36 | 3.17 | 3.6 |
| Scored | 1.55 | 1.67 | 1.4 |
| Conceded | 1.82 | 1.5 | 2.2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 73% | 100% | 40% |
| Without Conceding | 18% | 0% | 40% |
| Failed To Score | 9% | 0% | 20% |
| 1st to Score | 73% | 17% | 60% |
|
xG
|
1.26 | 1.51 | 0.97 |
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xGA
|
1.8 | 1.49 | 2.17 |
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