Nova Iguacu vs Resende RJ Prediction: Nova Iguacu to Win and Move Up the Table Standings

In the upcoming fixture of the Campeonato Carioca Série A, Matchday 9, Nova Iguacu will take on Resende at the Estádio Jânio Moraes. With both sides looking to stay away from the relegation, these lower standing teams are likely to have a heated exchange. According to the table standings of today, Nova Iguacu stands 10th with a win and 7 points from 8 matches played. On the other hand Resende stands 11th with a win and 4 points. The two sides last played in Carioca Taca Rio Playoff in March 2022 and Resende won (2-4). 

Nova Iguaçu - Coming off a Draw Against Portuguesa RJ (DLDWD)

Nova Iguacu will be looking to make the most of the upcoming home game, as they have Copa do Brasil’s fixtures lined up in the next week. Nova Iguacu is coming off a draw against Portuguesa RJ (1-1), in which Nathan scored the ultimate equalizer. For the upcoming home game, Nova Iguacu will be looking to stay consistent and at least score a goal, as Nova Iguacu averages 1.27 goals per game against Resende. Secondly, Nova Iguacu has remained unbeaten in 13 of the last 16 Carioca games. However, Nova Iguacu has registered more draws than clean sheet wins.

Resende RJ - Has Lost 4 of its Away Matches (LLLDL)

Going in the matchup against Nova Iguacu, Resende has lost 4 of its last 5 outings. Moreover, Resende lost to Flamengo (0-2) previously, which was their home fixture. In the last 5 matches Resende has managed to pull out just a single goal, averaging under 0.20 goals per game. Though Resende equals the goal scoring average in head-to-heads against Nova Iguacu, it is likely to struggle in the away fixture. With a goal scoring average of just 0.38 goals in the Carioca Serie A, Resende will have to pull out a stunner in order to win. 

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the matchup, Nova Iguacu will stand tall favorites for winning. Though the two are struggling at large, Nova Iguacu has a better record than the visitors. The game total is expected to be under 2.5 goals and only Nova Iguacu to score. With an under par goal scoring rate, Resende is likely to struggle throughout the 90 minutes of play.

• Nova Iguacu to Win for 2.15
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.54
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.725