Vasco vs Botafogo Predictions

Vasco vs Botafogo is scheduled for kick off on 05 April, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio São Januário, with Wagner Do Nascimento Magalhaes officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Vasco currently holding the 8th position in the table 2 points ahead of Botafogo. Vasco have lost 4 Brazilian Serie A matches to Botafogo out of the last 7 they have played. After their recent victory against Athletico PR, Vasco is determined to keep their momentum going. Vasco have won 5 of their last 8 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio São Januário. Botafogo's away record stands at 3 victories from 8 games. Following a draw in their last match against Atlético MG in the Brazilian Serie A, Botafogo is aiming to secure a win against Vasco.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Vasco have scored over 1.5 goals in 80% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 93% of games. Their total stands at 21 goals and 82 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Botafogo have scored 26 goals with 69 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 93% of matches but conceded in 93% of games.

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