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ABC

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L
W
W
W
D

28 May 2026

00:30 (UTC+0)

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3

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4

FT

Vitoria

W
W
L
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W

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ABC faces a nearly insurmountable task in Natal after being routed 6-2 by Vitoria in the first leg of this semi-final. While Vitoria holds a massive four-goal cushion, they travel to a venue where the home side has only lost once in their last 10 matches at home in all competitions.

Home Motivation

High

ABC is in a high-stakes knockout semi-final at home, though they face a daunting 4-goal aggregate deficit after losing the first leg 6-2.

Away Motivation

High

Vitoria is in a prime position to reach the final after a dominant 6-2 win in the first leg, maintaining high motivation to secure their spot.

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Key Metrics

Home

Metric

Away

3.10

xG created per game

All comps (EWMA)

3.72

Vitoria is creating significantly more high-quality chances in recent form compared to the league average of 2.75

1.13

xG difference

All comps (EWMA)

2.05

Vitoria's net xG efficiency is nearly double that of ABC on a recent-form basis

2.55

Goals scored per game

All comps (EWMA)

3.08

Vitoria is trending at over 3 goals per game recently, highlighting the danger to ABC's depleted defense

2.3

PPG (All Competitions)

Last 10 matches

1.7

ABC has been more consistent in accumulating points over their last 10 matches

70%

Win rate %

Last 10 matches

50%

ABC has won 7 of their last 10 matches, though they must now overcome a massive 6-2 first-leg loss

Form & Streaks

ABC have proven difficult to beat at home, recording (5W, 4D, 1L in 10) in their last 10 matches at the Frasqueirão.

Vitoria has dominated this specific matchup recently, securing 4 wins out of the last 5 meetings against ABC.

Vitoria has struggled significantly on their travels, managing only (1W, 4D, 5L in 10) across their last 10 away fixtures.

Tactical Overview

Following a 6-2 first-leg defeat, ABC must overturn a four-goal deficit without suspended starters Édson and Geilson. Manager Waguinho Dias is forced to restructure a defense that will be anchored by Fabao, but the absence of Jhosefer Raphael Januario thins the midfield options. ABC has been strong in Natal, with a 2.3 PPG across their last 10 matches in all competitions, but they face a Vitoria side that is a recent-form offensive juggernaut, trending at 3.08 goals scored per game on a recent-form basis. Vitoria is likely to rely on Lucas Arcanjo to weather an early storm from Wallyson and Wellington Reis before utilizing the transition pace of Rene and Osvaldo. Although Vitoria has only won 1 of their last 10 away games across all competitions (1W 4D 5L in 10), their tactical superiority and 4 wins in the last 5 H2H meetings make them strong favorites to reach the final.

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Based on reports

Key Players

Wallyson is a forward who can provide a goal threat for ABC. Wellington Reis is a crucial presence in midfield, contributing to both defense and attack. Fabao is expected to anchor the defense, providing stability. [cite:unverified]

Absences

Édson

red card in first leg

BAN

Geilson

red card in first leg

BAN

Jhosefer Raphael Januario

severe thigh injury

OUT

M. Silva Duarte

hamstring injury

OUT

R. da Silva Junior

calf injury

OUT

L. Ribeiro de Souza

Achilles tendon rupture

OUT

Home

Key Players

Wallyson is a forward who can provide a goal threat for ABC. Wellington Reis is a crucial presence in midfield, contributing to both defense and attack. Fabao is expected to anchor the defense, providing stability. [cite:unverified]

Absences

Édson

red card in first leg

BAN

Geilson

red card in first leg

BAN

Jhosefer Raphael Januario

severe thigh injury

OUT

M. Silva Duarte

hamstring injury

OUT

R. da Silva Junior

calf injury

OUT

L. Ribeiro de Souza

Achilles tendon rupture

OUT

Away

Key Players

Lucas Arcanjo is a consistent goalkeeper for Vitoria, providing a reliable last line of defense. Midfielder Emmanuel Martínez is a key figure in the team's build-up play and can influence the tempo of the game. Defender Luan Cândido is important for organizing the defense and contributing to offensive plays. Renê Sousa is an important attacking option who can create chances. [cite:unverified]

Absences

C. Andrade de Souza Silva

broken foot

OUT

Lineup info is never 100% confirmed until matchday. Additional players may be unavailable.

Referee Profile

Antônio Dib Moraes de Sousa

2 matches officiated · 2026/27

average

Cards/G

6.0

Antônio Dib Moraes de Sousa averages 6.0 cards per game across 2 matches in all competitions this season, which suggests a high level of strictness if this small sample holds. This tendency could impact ABC significantly as they are likely to play with high intensity and desperation to overturn the aggregate deficit.

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