Botafogo vs Vasco Predictions

Botafogo vs Vasco is scheduled for kick off on 07 October, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. This match is bound to be interesting with Botafogo currently holding the 7th position in the table with the same number of points as Vasco. Botafogo have won 4 Brazilian Serie A matches against Vasco out of the last 7 they have played. After their recent victory against Chapecoense, Botafogo is determined to keep their momentum going. Botafogo have won 2 of their last 5 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Vasco's away record stands at no victories from 5 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over São Paulo, Vasco have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Botafogo on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Botafogo have scored over 1.5 goals in 91% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 91% of games. Their total stands at 22 goals and 52 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Vasco have scored 18 goals with 63 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 92% of matches but conceded in 100% of games.

In their last 7 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 16 goals while Vasco scored 9 goals. Their last match on 05 April 2026 ended in 2-1 to Botafogo.