Nova Iguacu vs Marica: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Nova Iguacu prepare to host Marica on February 16, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this BRAZIL: Carioca 1, Relegation Group fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Nova Iguacu, currently 2nd in the standings with 1 points from 1 games, trail the leaders by 10 points. They've earned 0 points from 0 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 1 goals scored.

Marica, sitting unknown with 0 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 0 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 0 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Nova Iguacu and Marica have favored Marica, with Marica claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-3). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Portuguesa RJ, Nova Iguacu recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Marica's last outing came against Sampaio Correa FE, where they secured a 0-4 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Nova Iguacu are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Nova Iguacu and Marica are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Nova Iguacu's fixtures have averaged 2.7 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 71% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Marica's games average 2.7 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 43% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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