Santa Cruz-RJ vs Barra Mansa-RJ prediction

Brazil - B2 Carioca

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12 Oct 2026 14:00

Santa Cruz-RJ and Barra Mansa-RJ face each other on Monday 10.12.2026, at 19:00 (UK Time), in a B2 Carioca 2026 match. The game will take place at Santa Cruz-RJ's home ground, the Estádio Eduardo Guinle.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Santa Cruz Futebol Clube and Barra Mansa 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.

Santa Cruz-RJ preview

Santa Cruz-RJ heads into the match with the following record in the B2 Carioca: in 7 matches, Santa Cruz Futebol Clube secured 4 victories, 0 draws, and 3 losses, maintaining an average of 1.71 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Cruz-Maltino's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 4 victories so far.

Santa Cruz-RJ has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 9 goals, of which 9 were scored in the B2 Carioca, resulting in an average of 1.29 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is , who has found the back of the net 0 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 0 assists.

On the defensive side, Santa Cruz-RJ has conceded 8 goals in the B2 Carioca (an average of 1.14 per game) and 8 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.14 per match in the 2026 campaign.

Barra Mansa-RJ preview

Barra Mansa-RJ comes into the game with 7 matches played so far in the B2 Carioca. They have secured 1 victories, 4 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 1 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 1 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses.

Barra Mansa Futebol Clube's attack has been highly effective, scoring 6 goals during this period. Of that total, 6 were netted in the B2 Carioca, with an average of 0.86 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.86.

Lion of the South's offensive system is led by , the team's top scorer this season. The has found the back of the net 0 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, . The has contributed with 0 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 10 goals with an average of 1.43 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 10 goals in 7 matches, averaging 1.43 per match.

Head to head: Santa Cruz-RJ vs Barra Mansa-RJ

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

Santa Cruz-RJ

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Barra Mansa-RJ

Away

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Points & Results

  • 1.71
    PPG
    1
  • 57%
    Wins
    14%
  • 43%
    First to Score
    29%

Goals Scored & Conceded

  • 1.29
    Scored/game
    0.86
  • 1.14
    Conceded/game
    1.43
  • 1.45
    xG
    1.28
  • 1.59
    xGA
    1.42

Trends

  • 14%
    Both Score
    43%
  • 43%
    Clean Sheet
    43%
  • 43%
    Failed to Score
    43%

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Updated: 12 Oct 2026