Football enthusiasts are gearing up for a pivotal Copa do Brasil match on 23.04.2026, where Fortaleza EC will take on CRB. Slightly ahead in the odds, Fortaleza EC is keen to solidify their standing, but CRB will not make it easy. Our preview provides an in-depth look at both teams, focusing on recent results and player performances. Read our prediction carefully to guide your betting choices.
Key Player Statistics: Fortaleza EC vs CRB
x 2Fortaleza EC vs CRB Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copa do Nordeste | Fortaleza EC | CRB | 27.03.2025 | 0-1 |
| Copa do Nordeste | CRB | Fortaleza EC | 09.06.2024 | 2-0 |
| Copa do Nordeste | Fortaleza EC | CRB | 06.06.2024 | 2-0 |
| Copa do Nordeste | CRB | Fortaleza EC | 11.02.2024 | 1-0 |
| Copa do Nordeste | Fortaleza EC | CRB | 19.03.2022 | 2-0 |
| Copa Do Brasil | CRB | Fortaleza EC | 04.08.2021 | 0-1 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Fortaleza EC | CRB | 29.07.2021 | 2-1 |
| Copa do Nordeste | Fortaleza EC | CRB | 04.03.2021 | 1-0 |
| Serie B | CRB | Fortaleza EC | 22.08.2018 | 2-1 |
| Serie B | Fortaleza EC | CRB | 25.04.2018 | 3-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copa do Nordeste | America-RN | Fortaleza EC | 17.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Serie B | São Bernardo | Fortaleza EC | 13.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Copa do Nordeste | Ceara | Fortaleza EC | 09.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Serie B | Fortaleza EC | Juventude | 04.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Serie B | Fortaleza EC | Cuiaba | 01.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| Copa do Nordeste | Fortaleza EC | Imperatriz | 29.03.2026 | 2-1 |
| Copa do Nordeste | Ferroviario | Fortaleza EC | 25.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| Serie B | Botafogo SP | Fortaleza EC | 22.03.2026 | 4-0 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Nova Iguaçu | Fortaleza EC | 18.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Manauara | Fortaleza EC | 12.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copa do Nordeste | Fluminense PI | CRB | 16.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| Serie B | CRB | Athletic Club | 13.04.2026 | 2-3 |
| Copa do Nordeste | ASA | CRB | 10.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Serie B | Novorizontino | CRB | 06.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Serie B | CRB | Avai | 02.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Copa do Nordeste | CRB | Vitoria | 28.03.2026 | 2-4 |
| Copa do Nordeste | AO Itabaiana | CRB | 26.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| Serie B | Vila Nova | CRB | 21.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| Copa Alagoas | ASA | CRB | 21.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| Copa Do Brasil | CRB | Figueirense | 19.03.2026 | 1-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Fortaleza EC VS CRB
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Fortaleza EC vs CRB
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Fortaleza EC vs CRB
htmlThere's something about the Copa do Brasil that turns even routine fixtures into must-watch occasions. When Fortaleza EC welcome CRB to their fortress, the stakes feel even higher. This is a clash between a side finding its stride and a team desperately trying to prove it belongs at this level.
Let's start with the head-to-head, because it tells a fascinating story. These two sides have met 14 times, and the results are surprisingly competitive. But here's what casual fans are missing — the most recent meeting, back in March 2025, ended with CRB shocking Fortaleza 1-0 on their own patch in the Copa do Nordeste. Don't be fooled by Fortaleza's favourite status. CRB have shown they can draw blood.
That said, Fortaleza's form in this Copa do Brasil campaign has been quietly impressive. Three wins from three — dispatching Maguary, Manauara, and Nova Iguaçu without conceding — shows a side that means business in this competition specifically. They've kept clean sheets in their last two Copa do Brasil outings. That's a pattern worth noting.
CRB, meanwhile, are a team of wild swings. A 6-0 Copa do Brasil demolition of Porto BA earlier in the campaign looks brilliant. But then losing 3-0 to ASA and 1-3 to CSA in state competition raises real questions about consistency. Here's what you need to watch for — when CRB face quality opposition in cup football, their defensive fragility tends to be exposed.
Hereda is already sitting on two yellow cards in just two Copa do Brasil matches. One reckless challenge and CRB are down to ten men. That's a live card market worth serious attention.
I genuinely believe Fortaleza's home advantage and superior cup form will be decisive here. The odds of 1.90 on Fortaleza represent solid value given how dominant they've been at home in this competition. The real gem? Back Fortaleza to win to nil at enhanced odds. Their defensive solidity against CRB's inconsistent attack makes this a compelling angle.
My prediction: Fortaleza EC 2-0 CRB. Goals before half-time, a composed professional performance, and another clean sheet added to their Copa do Brasil record.
Friday nights don't get much better than Brazilian cup football. Don't miss this one.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas Sasha | Brazil | 36 | Midfielder | 172 | 77 |
| E. Brítez | Argentina | 34 | Defender | 178 | 72 |
| T. Pochettino | Argentina | 30 | Midfielder | 178 | 75 |
| Maílton | Brazil | 27 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Lucas Crispim | Brazil | 31 | Midfielder | 180 cm | 73 kg |
| Vinícius Silvestre | Brazil | 32 | Goalkeeper | 194 cm | 92 kg |
| Luiz Fernando | Brazil | 29 | Midfielder | 178 | 66 |
| Brenno | Brazil | 27 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 85 |
| G. Fuentes | Colombia | 29 | Defender | 181 | 71 |
| A. Bareiro | Paraguay | 29 | Forward | 184 | 84 |
| Luan | Brazil | 25 | Defender | 184 | 75 |
| Welliton | Brazil | 25 | Attacker | 180 | n/a |
| J. Miritello | Argentina | 27 | Attacker | 183 | 78 |
| Lucas Gazal | Brazil | 26 | Defender | 188 | 93 |
| Rodrigo | Brazil | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Vitinho | Brazil | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Lucca | Brazil | 22 | Midfielder | 169 | 61 |
| Bruno César | Brazil | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Lucas Emanoel | Brazil | 19 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Kaua Rocha | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas Lovat | Brazil | 29 | Defender | 184 | 82 |
| Matheus | Brazil | 31 | Goalkeeper | 192 | 85 |
| Douglas Baggio | Brazil | 31 | Midfielder | 170 | 71 |
| Daniel | Brazil | 30 | Midfielder | 173 | 65 |
| Pedro Castro | Brazil | 33 | Midfielder | 180 | 77 |
| Luizão | Brazil | 28 | Midfielder | 184 | 75 |
| Bressan | Brazil | 33 | Defender | 185 | 80 |
| Fábio Alemão | Brazil | 29 | Defender | 184 | 80 |
| Hereda | Brazil | 27 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Thiaguinho | Brazil | 25 | Attacker | 180 | 78 |
| Crystopher | Brazil | 27 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Dadá Belmonte | Brazil | 29 | Midfielder | 166 cm | 59 kg |
| Vinicius Barata | Brazil | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Vitor Caetano | Brazil | 26 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 72 |
| Léo Campos | Brazil | 33 | Defender | 180 | 75 |
| Weverton | Brazil | 26 | Defender | 181 | n/a |
| Mikael | Brazil | 26 | Attacker | 184 | 95 |
| Guilherme Pato | Brazil | 25 | Attacker | 161 | 56 |
| Henri | Brazil | 24 | Defender | 188 | 77 |
| Guilherme Estrella | Brazil | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
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