Volta Redonda vs. Avaí: The Data Behind the Draw

Team Backgrounds at a Glance

Volta Redonda: Founded in 1976 in Rio de Janeiro, this club is nicknamed ‘Steel Tricolor’ for its industrial roots and vibrant fanbase. Their most notable achievement? Winning the Campeonato Carioca Série B1 in 2020.

Avaí: Based in Florianópolis (founded 1923), they’re a Serie B staple with two Copa do Brasil semi-final runs. Known for aggressive pressing, their fans call them Leão da Ilha (Lion of the Island).

This Season’s Snapshot

• Volta Redonda: Mid-table strugglers (W4 D5 L2 before this match), relying on midfielder Léo Gomes’ creativity (3 goals, 5 assists).
• Avaí: Playoff contenders (W6 D3 L2), with striker Bissoli netting 8 goals—third in the league.

Match Highlights: Where the Numbers Tell the Story

Final Score: 1-1 Key Moment: Avaí’s 72nd-minute equalizer by Bissoli, cancelling out Volta’s early penalty (converted by Gomes). My dashboard flagged Avaí’s xG surge after halftime—their 63% second-half possession finally paid off.

Tactical Quirks:

• Volta’s compact 4-4-2 frustrated Avaí’s wings but left gaps in transition (12 counterattacks conceded).
• Avaí’s high press won 9 turnovers in Volta’s half—yet only 2 shots resulted. Inefficient aggression? You decide.

What’s Next?

With Volta facing league leaders Santos and Avaí meeting relegation-threatened CRB, I’d bet on: Info-graphic suggestion:

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P.S. To fellow data junkies: Slide into my DMs if you want the full Python script tracking Serie B pass networks.