Botafogo vs Vasco Predictions

Botafogo vs Vasco is scheduled for kick off on 12 September, at 00:30. The game is set to take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos, with Rodrigo Jose Pereira de Lima officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Botafogo currently holding the 0th position in the table with the same number of points as Vasco. Botafogo have won 4 Copa do Brazil matches against Vasco out of the last 7 they have played. After their recent draw with Internacional, Botafogo aims to claim a win. Botafogo have won 2 of their last 3 Copa do Brazil matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Vasco's away record stands at 3 victories from 7 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Corinthians, Vasco is determined to bounce back with a win against Botafogo.

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 67% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 50% of games. Their total stands at 0 goals and 36 shots on target this Copa do Brazil season. Meanwhile, Vasco have scored 0 goals with 63 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 75% of matches but conceded in 67% 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.