On Thursday, Ceara Sporting Club will take on Sport Club Internacional at the Arena Castelao in Fortaleza in the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A.
The host improved their form in their last three games, with two wins and one draw after back-to-back losses. They got back to winning ways following a 1-0 victory over Corinthians in their last domestic outing.
The Colorado, on the other hand, have had a poor run of form, having suffered three losses and two draws in their last five games. Their last match was a disappointing 2-2 draw against Bahia at home.
Read our Ceara vs Internacional predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Brasileiro predictions.
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Ceara vs Internacional prediction: A draw is expected in this clash
Key statistics
- First-half draws have been played in three of their last five clashes.
- A 1-1 scoreline has been played twice in their last five encounters.
- BTTS has been played in three of their last five meetings.
Correct score prediction: Ceara 1-1 Internacional
We expect a very tight game in this encounter and we are predicting a draw. Looking at their previous meetings, they have played a 1-1 scoreline twice and a 0-0 once, meaning there have been three draws in their last five meetings. Due to this, we predict a tight game, which we anticipate will end in a 1-1 full-time draw.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Ceara are favourites
- Home: 23/20 (2.15) – 46.5%
- Draw: 9/4 (3.25) – 30.8%
- Away: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
Ceara are considered favourites with 2.15 odds, giving them a 46.5% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. A draw is priced at 3.25, implying a 30.8% probability, while Internacional are the underdogs at 3.50 odds, reflecting a 28.6% chance of success.
Most recent head-to-head: The visitors hold recent record
Looking at the last six meetings between these two clubs, Internacional have claimed more wins against the home team. The visitors have won the last two games, with the remaining encounter ending in a draw.
Ceara have failed to record a single win in their last six competitive encounters. The last meeting ended in a 1-0 victory for Internacional in July 2025 and a 2-1 win for Internacional in October 2022.
Brazil Serie A 27/10/22
Internacional
Ceara
Brazil Serie A 02/07/22
Ceara
Internacional
Brazil Serie A 06/10/21
Ceara
Internacional
Brazil Serie A 20/06/21
Internacional
Ceara
Brazil Serie A 07/01/21
Ceara
Internacional
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Ceara preview: Just one injury and suspension
The home team will just be without two players for the games. Fernando Sobral will not be available due to an ankle injury, while Rui Ramos is sidelined after receiving a suspension for accumulated yellow cards.
Predicted lineup: Bruno (GK), Silva, Victor, Machado, Bahia, Zanocelo, Dieguinho, Marllon, Mugni, Galeano & Henrique
Last five fixtures
- 09.11.25 – Corinthians 0 – 1 Ceara
- 07.11.25 – Ceara 1 – 1 Fortaleza
- 02.11.25 – Ceara 2 – 0 Fluminense
- 29.10.25 – Fluminense 1 – 0 Ceara
- 25.10.25 – Atletico-MG 1 – 0 Ceara
Internacional preview: Injury concerns and suspension
The visitors have a few injuries and suspensions they are battling with. Brian Aguirre is ruled out with a heel injury, Sergio Rochet is unavailable due to a foot injury and Ronaldo is sidelined with a knee problem.
There are some other concerns, like Thiago Maia missing out through suspension after accumulating yellow cards, while Vitinho is battling to make the squad after being substituted in the last game.
Predicted lineup: Ivan (GK), Mercado, Bernabei, Bruno Gomes, Vitao, Erick, Alan Patrick, Luis Otavio, Carbonero, Vitinho & Borre
Last five fixtures
- 08.11.25 – Internacional 2 – 2 Bahia
- 05.11.25 – Vitoria 1 – 0 Internacional
- 02.11.25 – Internacional 0 – 0 Atletico-MG
- 25.10.25 – Fluminense 1 – 0 Internacional
- 22.10.25 – Bahia 1 – 0 Internacional
Player to watch: Antonio Galeano
Antonio Galeano of Ceara will be important for his team in this clash. The forward is the leading goal threat for the home side and has proven himself to be effective when given service.
The player has recorded seven goals and three assists in the league this season. He scored in his last game against Corinthians, showing how dangerous he is. Antonio will be determined to help his team get a result against the visitors.