Vasco vs Botafogo Predictions

Vasco vs Botafogo is scheduled for kick off on 28 August, at 00:30. The game is set to take place at Estádio São Januário, with Anderson Daronco officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Vasco currently holding the 0th position in the table with the same number of points as Botafogo. Vasco have lost 4 Copa do Brazil matches to Botafogo out of the last 7 they have played. After their recent victory against São Paulo, Vasco is determined to keep their momentum going. Vasco have won 3 of their last 5 Copa do Brazil matches at Estádio São Januário. Botafogo's away record stands at 1 victory from 3 games. Following their 4-1 triumph over Chapecoense, Botafogo have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Vasco on their home ground.

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