Sampaio Corrêa-RJ and Nova Iguaçu face each other on Monday 02.23.2026, at 23:00 (UK Time), in a A1 Carioca 2026 match. The game will take place at Sampaio Corrêa-RJ's home ground, the Estádio Lourival Gomes de Almeida (Lourivalzão).
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Sampaio Corrêa Futebol e Esporte and Nova Iguaçu Futebol Clube, 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 Sampaio Corrêa Futebol e Esporte vs Nova Iguaçu Futebol Clube
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Sampaio Corrêa-RJ preview
Sampaio Corrêa-RJ heads into the match with the following record in the A1 Carioca: in 0 matches, Sampaio Corrêa Futebol e Esporte secured 0 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 0 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Little Rooster's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 4 victories so far.
Sampaio Corrêa-RJ has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 15 goals, of which 0 were scored in the A1 Carioca, resulting in an average of 0 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Guilherme dos Santos Souza, who has found the back of the net 2 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Guilherme dos Santos Souza has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, Sampaio Corrêa-RJ has conceded 0 goals in the A1 Carioca (an average of 0 per game) and 17 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.89 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Nova Iguaçu preview
Nova Iguaçu comes into the game with 0 matches played so far in the A1 Carioca. They have secured 0 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 0 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 1 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses.
Nova Iguaçu Futebol Clube's attack has been highly effective, scoring 9 goals during this period. Of that total, 0 were netted in the A1 Carioca, with an average of 0 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.13.
Pride of Baixada's offensive system is led by Leonardo Rafael dos Santos, the team's top scorer this season. The brazilian midfielder has found the back of the net 5 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Wender dos Santos Almeida. The defender has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 11 goals in 8 matches, averaging 1.38 per match.
Head to head: Sampaio Corrêa-RJ vs Nova Iguaçu
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