Chapecoense-sc vs Internacional
Internacional edge Chapecoense-sc in tight tussle
A late strike from J. Carbonero seals a narrow win for the visitors.
Internacional secured a 2-1 victory over Chapecoense-sc in Serie A, with Bruno Henrique opening the scoring before Garcez levelled just before half-time. The match was ultimately decided after the break when J. Carbonero found the net to clinch the win for Internacional. This result defied Fipster's high-confidence prediction of a home win, proving the visitors' resilience in a closely contested encounter.
Outcome probability
Chapecoense-sc and Internacional face off in a crucial league encounter where the home side looks poised to make a statement. With both teams struggling near the bottom of the table, this match could be a turning point for Chapecoense-sc.
Match factors
Chapecoense's Marcinho in strong scoring form
Marcinho has scored 3 goals in last 5 games, showing sharp finishing that could exploit Internacional's defense.
Giovanni Augusto's creative influence
Giovanni Augusto leads with 5 assists this season and 4 in last 5 games, boosting Chapecoense's attack.
Internacional's Johan Carbonero consistent threat
Carbonero has 6 goals this season and is a regular starter, providing a steady scoring option.
No confirmed injuries for either team
Both teams have full squads available, so no impact from missing players.
The context
This fixture is part of the regular season's 27th round in the league. Chapecoense-sc sit 20th with 14 points from 24 games, while Internacional are slightly better off in 18th place with 25 points from 26 matches. Their head-to-head record is fairly balanced, with Chapecoense-sc winning 5 of their 13 meetings and Internacional 6, alongside 2 draws.
Key insights
Marcinho
Chapecoense-sc
Marcinho has been in fine scoring form with 3 goals in the last 5 games, making him a key threat for Chapecoense-sc.
Serie A 26/273 goals in 24 games, 0.6 avg per game last 5
Giovanni Augusto
Chapecoense-sc
Giovanni Augusto leads the team with 5 assists this season, including 4 in the last 5 games, boosting Chapecoense-sc's attacking creativity.
Serie A 26/275 assists in 19 games, 0.8 avg last 5
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Johan Carbonero Balanta
Internacional
Carbonero is Internacional's top scorer with 6 goals and is a consistent starter, providing a steady attacking threat.
Serie A 26/276 goals in 23 games, 0.26 avg per game
Analysis
Chapecoense-sc's recent form is bolstered by Marcinho, who has netted 3 goals in his last 5 games, making him a key threat up front. Giovanni Augusto's creativity, with 5 assists this season and 4 in the last 5 games, adds to their attacking potency. Internacional's Johan Carbonero Balanta remains a consistent scoring threat with 6 goals this season, but Chapecoense-sc's home advantage and sharper recent form give them the edge. The goal difference favours Internacional, but Chapecoense-sc's momentum and tactical setup suggest they can overcome this.
Key facts
- 1.Chapecoense-sc have won 5 of 13 head-to-head matches against Internacional.
- 2.Internacional have a better goal difference (18) than Chapecoense-sc this season.
- 3.Chapecoense-sc are 20th in the league with 14 points from 24 games.
- 4.Internacional are 18th with 25 points from 26 games.
- 5.Marcinho has scored 3 goals in his last 5 games for Chapecoense-sc.
- 6.Giovanni Augusto has provided 5 assists this season, including 4 in the last 5 games.
- 7.Johan Carbonero Balanta is Internacional's top scorer with 6 goals this season.
Prediction
We predict Chapecoense-sc will take an early lead, going into halftime 1-0 up, and extend their advantage to finish 3-1. The match is expected to be competitive but controlled, with around 4 cards likely to be shown as both sides battle hard.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Chapecoense-sc
Away — Internacional
The verdict
Chapecoense-sc's blend of recent attacking form and home advantage should see them through to a confident 3-1 victory over Internacional. Fans can expect a lively encounter with key players like Marcinho and Giovanni Augusto shining on the day.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Henrique
Assist: Carbonero
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Carbonero
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Goal
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Unknown
Henrique
Carbonero
Joao
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Unknown
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Gomes
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Carbonero
Gomes
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Alan Patrick
Paulinho
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Palmeiras | 27 | 16 | 8 | 3 | +26 | 56 |
| 17 |  Vasco DA Gama | 26 | 7 | 7 | 12 | -12 | 28 |
| 18 |  Internacional | 27 | 6 | 10 | 11 | -5 | 28 |
| 19 |  Remo | 26 | 5 | 8 | 13 | -13 | 23 |
| 20 |  Chapecoense-sc | 26 | 3 | 8 | 15 | -24 | 17 |
Match Statistics
Chapecoense-sc
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 3DomaD
- 7MarcinhoM
- 21Kauan Faria GomesD
- 26EvertonD
- 27CamiloM
- 31GarcezM
- 80Miguel CarvalhoM
- 88Yago FelipeM
- 91Bruno PachecoD
- 98AndersonG
Substitutes
- 1Rafael SantosG
- 4João PauloD
- 6ManchaD
- 11Y. BolasieF
- 12FernandoD
- 15Rafael ThyereD
- 16Bruno MatiasM
- 19David AntunesM
- 30Matheus AurélioG
- 70RubensM
- 77D. BorreroF
- 94K. RamírezF
Internacional
4-1-4-1Starting XI
- 3G. MaripánD
- 5R. VillagraM
- 7J. CarboneroM
- 8Bruno HenriqueM
- 10Alan PatrickF
- 15Bruno GomesD
- 23Matheus CunhaG
- 25G. MercadoD
- 26A. BernabéiD
- 27PaulinhoM
- 28VitinhoM
Substitutes
- 4F. TorresD
- 9AlerrandroF
- 12AnthoniG
- 16RonaldoM
- 17N. EliassonM
- 18JuninhoD
- 19A. SanabriaF
- 29Thiago MaiaM
- 31AllexM
- 44Victor JoaoF
- 52Gabriel ViniciusM
Internacional
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Carbonero | M | 85 | 7.9 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3/4 |
| Bruno Henrique | M | 65 | 7.4 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| R. Villagra | M | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Bernabéi | D | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/2 |
| G. Mercado | D | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Victor Joao | F | 25 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Matheus Cunha | G | 90 | 6.4 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Vitinho | M | 90 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 0/3 |
| Juninho | D | 5 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Eliasson | M | 5 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| G. Maripán | D | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Bruno Gomes | D | 85 | 6.1 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Paulinho | M | 93 | 5.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Alan Patrick | F | 93 | 5.8 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| F. Torres | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Thiago Maia | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ronaldo | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Alerrandro | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Anthoni | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Allex | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| A. Sanabria | F | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gabriel Vinicius | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |