Pernambucano - 1· Season 2025
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.
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.
Substitutes
Coach: Pepa
Substitutes
Coach: Evaristo Piza
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.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
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.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026