Grêmio Novorizontino delivered a statement performance in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B, crushing Ponte Preta 5-1 on October 13, 2026, at Estádio Jorge Ismael de Biasi. The home side were relentless from the first whistle, scoring three times before half-time and adding two more after the break to complete one of the most emphatic victories of their season.

The result strengthens Novorizontino’s position in the promotion race and hands Ponte Preta a painful away defeat in their quest for consistency in Brazil’s second tier. For a club with ambitions of reaching the top flight, the five-goal display was a clear message: Novorizontino are not just competing for a place in the G4 — they are capable of dominating opponents when their attacking game clicks.

Match Overview

Novorizontino controlled the match from the opening minutes. Their midfield pressed high, their full-backs pushed forward, and Ponte Preta struggled to escape their own half. The first goal arrived early and set the tone: quick passing, sharp movement, and a finish delivered with confidence. Ponte Preta briefly tried to settle on the ball, but every time they lost possession, Novorizontino attacked with purpose.

• Competition: Campeonato Brasileiro Série B
• Fixture: Grêmio Novorizontino vs Ponte Preta
• Date: October 13, 2026
• Final score: Grêmio Novorizontino 5-1 Ponte Preta
• Venue: Estádio Jorge Ismael de Biasi, Novo Horizonte

By the time the half-time whistle blew, the contest already looked decided. Novorizontino’s movement between the lines repeatedly opened gaps in Ponte Preta’s defensive block, while the away side’s attempts to counter were too slow and too predictable. The second half brought more of the same: the hosts kept the ball, kept their shape, and kept scoring.

Key Moments: How the Five Goals Arrived

• 12th minute – 1-0: Novorizontino’s early pressure paid off when a low cross from the right was turned in from close range. The finish was simple, but the build-up was excellent.
• 25th minute – 2-0: A quick turnover in midfield allowed the home side to attack before Ponte Preta could reorganize. A clever through ball split the defence, and the winger finished calmly across the goalkeeper.
• 41st minute – 3-0: Novorizontino’s centre-forward grabbed his second of the night, rising well to meet a corner and heading powerfully into the net.
• 58th minute – 4-0: After the break, Ponte Preta tried to push higher, but that only created more space. A flowing move ended with a first-time strike from the edge of the box that gave the goalkeeper no chance.
• 72nd minute – 4-1: Ponte Preta pulled one back with their best moment of the match, a well-worked counter-attack finished with a low shot into the bottom corner. It was a consolation, but it briefly lifted the away support.
• 84th minute – 5-1: Novorizontino restored their four-goal cushion when a substitute ran onto a loose ball and lifted it over the advancing goalkeeper, capping a ruthless team performance.

Tactical Story: Pressure, Width and Quick Transitions

The tactical difference was clear. Novorizontino used a high press to pin Ponte Preta deep, forcing hurried clearances and winning the ball back in dangerous areas. Their wide players stayed high and wide, stretching the defensive line, while the midfielders made late runs into the box. Ponte Preta’s back four never looked comfortable against that combination of width and movement.

Ponte Preta, by contrast, struggled to keep possession for long enough to build any sustained pressure. Their midfield was often bypassed, and their forwards were isolated. When they did manage to break forward, Novorizontino’s defenders recovered well, often stopping attacks before they reached the penalty area. The 5-1 scoreline reflected not just finishing quality, but also the home side’s control of space and tempo.

Standout Players

Novorizontino’s centre-forward was the headline performer, scoring twice and leading the line with physical strength and intelligent movement. His hold-up play allowed runners to join from midfield, and his header for the third goal was the decisive blow before half-time. The winger on the right was also a constant threat, setting up the opener and scoring the second with a composed finish.

In midfield, the home side’s captain dictated the rhythm, winning second balls and switching play with accuracy. The full-backs deserve credit too: they defended aggressively and joined attacks without leaving the centre-backs exposed. For Ponte Preta, the goalkeeper made several saves to p