| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 20:6 | +14 | 23 | |
| 2 | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 11:8 | +3 | 18 | |
| 3 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 15:6 | +9 | 17 | |
| 4 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 16:9 | +7 | 17 | |
| 5 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 17:9 | +8 | 15 | |
| 6 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 18:10 | +8 | 14 | |
| 7 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 12:11 | +1 | 13 | |
| 8 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 14:16 | -2 | 13 | |
| 9 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 11:13 | -2 | 10 | |
| 10 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 6:12 | -6 | 7 | |
| 11 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 8:25 | -17 | 3 | |
| 12 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 5:28 | -23 | 0 |
Our Santa Cruz FC RJ vs Barra Mansa RJ prediction for October 12, 2026, in the Campeonato Carioca. Serie B2 points to a home win. Based on the latest odds, form, and league table, Santa Cruz FC RJ has a 52% chance of winning, the draw is at 28%, and Barra Mansa RJ has a 20% chance.
Santa Cruz FC RJ comes into this match with a strong recent record, having won three of their last five matches. They secured victories against Cardoso Moreira RJ (1-0), Rio de Janeiro RJ (3-1), and SE Buzios RJ (3-0). However, they suffered two away defeats, losing 3-0 to both Serra Macaense FC RJ and SE Belford Roxo RJ.
Barra Mansa RJ has struggled for consistency, winning just one of their last five games. That lone win was a 1-0 home victory over SE Buzios RJ. They also recorded two draws, 0-0 against Cardoso Moreira RJ and 2-2 against Paduano RJ, but lost 2-0 to Rio de Janeiro RJ and were beaten 4-1 at home by 7 De Abril RJ.
There is no head-to-head history between Santa Cruz FC RJ and Barra Mansa RJ. The data shows zero wins, draws, or losses for either side, making this their first recorded meeting.
Santa Cruz FC RJ sits 7th in the overall league table with 12 points from 7 matches, having won 4 and lost 3. Their home form is perfect, ranking 2nd with 3 wins from 3 games, scoring 6 goals and conceding none. Barra Mansa RJ is 10th overall with 7 points from 7 matches, winning just once, drawing four, and losing twice. They have scored only 6 goals while conceding 10.
Santa Cruz FC RJ has a 52% chance of winning, the draw is at 28%, and Barra Mansa RJ has a 20% chance. This calculation uses the inverse of the best available odds (home 1.92, draw 3.30, away 3.35), normalized to remove the bookmaker margin, and then adjusted for team form and league position. Santa Cruz's perfect home record, where they have yet to concede a goal, significantly boosts their probability. Barra Mansa's poor away form and low league standing reduce their chances, making the home side the clear favorite.
Bookmakers offer varying odds for this fixture. One set of odds prices a Santa Cruz FC RJ win at 2.50, a draw at 2.20, and a Barra Mansa RJ win at 3.75. Another bookmaker has the home win at 1.92, the draw at 3.30, and the away win at 3.35. Based on the stats, Santa Cruz FC RJ's flawless home defense and Barra Mansa RJ's struggles on the road suggest the hosts are the most likely winners. A low-scoring home victory is the most probable match outcome.