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Sport Recife vs Retrô

18 January 2025 at 19:30Estádio Adelmar da Costa Carvalho, Recife, Pernambuco

Match Summary

Sport Recife and Retrô drew 1:1. The match was played in Pernambucano - 1 2025. Goals were scored by Walce 53′, Marcelo Ajul 69′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Sport Recife had 43% possession while Retrô held 57%. Sport Recife had 5 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (1 on target) for Retrô. Expected goals: Sport Recife 0.46 — Retrô 0.27. Sport Recife made 5 substitutions, Retrô made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Sport Recife and Retrô — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

Sport Recife had 43% possession against Retrô's 57%. Sport Recife registered 5 shots (4 on target) while Retrô managed 10 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 3–9. Fouls committed: 14–12.

Shots on Goal
4
1
Shots Off Goal
0
4
Total Shots
5
10
Blocked Shots
1
5
Shots inside the Box
2
2
Shots outside the Box
3
8
Fouls
14
12
Corner Kicks
3
9
Offsides
2
3
Ball Possession
43%
57%
Yellow Cards
3
3
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
0
3
Total Passes
318
448
Accurate Passes
262
378
Pass Accuracy
82%
84%
Expected Goals (xG)
0.46
0.27
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

Lineups

Sport Recife lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Pepa, while Retrô deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Evaristo Piza.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sport Recife is 6.66, compared to — for Retrô. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Sport Recife's highest-rated starter is Zé Lucas (6.80), while Retrô's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Sport Recife deploy 4 defenders rated 6.68 on average, against Retrô's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Sport Recife field 4 midfielders averaging 6.65, versus Retrô's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Sport Recife start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Retrô averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 81% for Sport Recife and —% for Retrô. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Sport Recife's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Retrô. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Sport Recife's starting XI is 19.4 (youngest: Zé Lucas (17), oldest: Marcelo Ajul (23)), while Retrô average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Sport Recife's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 0 for Retrô. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Sport Recife4-4-24-1-4-1Retrô
GKDEFMIDFWD
0Davi0Neto0Ajul0Gabriel0Rafinha0Micael0Lucas0Adriel0Jefinho0Dieguin.0Gago0Darley0Gedeíls.0Denílson0Walce0Ribeiro0Jonas0Fabinho0Guerra0Radsley0Augusto0Mascote

Substitutes

Coach: Pepa

Substitutes

Coach: Evaristo Piza

Sport RecifePosition StrengthRetrô
6.66
Avg Rating
6.68Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.65Midfielder (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Sport Recife4-4-2
0GoalkeeperDavi
0DefenderNeto
0DefenderMarcelo Ajul6.7
0DefenderFelype Gabriel
0DefenderRafinha
0MidfielderMicael6.5
0MidfielderZé Lucas6.8
0MidfielderAdriel
0MidfielderJefinho
0ForwardDieguinho
0ForwardGago
Retrô4-1-4-1
0GoalkeeperDarley
0DefenderGedeílson
0DefenderDenílson
0DefenderWalce
0DefenderRayan Ribeiro
0MidfielderJonas
0MidfielderFabinho
0MidfielderDiego Guerra
0MidfielderRadsley
0MidfielderFelipe Augusto
0ForwardFranklin Mascote

Rivalry since 2020

Sport Recife vs Retrô Head to Head Results· 13

Sport Recife and Retrô have met 13 times — Sport Recife won 9, Retrô won 3, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. Sport Recife leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 13 meetings. A combined 37 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.85 per match (23 for the home side, 14 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (54%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (54%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Sport Recife are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2024.

Drawn
1
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3
wins
Total goals
37 · 2.8/match
Both scored
7/13 · 54%
Over 2.5
7/13 · 54%

Recent Meetings

09/04/26Copa do Nordeste
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Highest-scoring game: 24 v 2024

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In their last 6 matches, Sport Recife have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. Retrô show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026