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Brazilian Serie A: Sao Paulo vs Vasco da Gama
Kickoff Time: 2024-10-17 08:45 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Ueslei Marcelino
In the last round, Sao Paulo lost 0-2 away to Cuiaba, and the team has only achieved one win, two draws, and two losses in the last five matches, showing quite inconsistent form. Currently, Sao Paulo ranks fifth in the standings with a record of 14 wins, five draws, and 10 losses. As a traditional powerhouse in the Brazilian Serie A, Sao Paulo has a glorious history and has won numerous domestic and international championships. It is worth mentioning that Sao Paulo’s home performance is particularly strong, with an impressive record of 10 wins, two draws, and three losses in the 15 home matches this season. During this period, Sao Paulo scored a total of 23 goals and conceded 13, demonstrating excellent performance on both offensive and defensive ends. Undoubtedly, this strong home advantage has become an important reliance for Sao Paulo in establishing themselves in the Serie A.
Vasco da Gama drew 1-1 at home against Juventude in the last round, and the team has not won in their last six matches across all competitions, showing very poor form. Currently, Vasco da Gama ranks 10th in the standings with a record of 10 wins, seven draws, and 11 losses. Although Vasco da Gama’s performance in the league is not outstanding, they have successfully advanced to the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil, and they will face Atletico MG in the second leg in three days. With no worries about relegation in the league, Vasco da Gama may hold back some players in this round. Additionally, Vasco da Gama’s away performance has also been quite mediocre, with only three wins, three draws, and eight losses in their 14 away matches so far.
In terms of overall strength and form, Sao Paulo is clearly superior to Vasco da Gama. Furthermore, Sao Paulo has always performed strongly at home, while Vasco da Gama is quite weak on the road, especially considering that Vasco da Gama has Copa do Brasil to deal with. In contrast, Sao Paulo, who enjoys home advantage and has superior strength, is undoubtedly more trustworthy in this match.
Sao Paulo’s Last 5 Games: LWDLD
24-10-06 Cuiaba 2-0 Sao Paulo
24-09-30 Sao Paulo 3-1 Corinthians
24-09-26 Sao Paulo 1-1 Botafogo FR (PEN 4-5)
24-09-23 Sao Paulo 1-3 Internacional
24-09-19 Botafogo FR 0-0 Sao Paulo
Vasco da Gama’s Last 5 Games: DLDLD
24-10-06 Vasco da Gama 1-1 Juventude
24-10-03 Atletico MG 2-1 Vasco da Gama
24-09-30 Cruzeiro 1-1 Vasco da Gama
24-09-23 Vasco da Gama 0-1 Palmeiras
24-09-16 Flamengo 1-1 Vasco da Gama
Head To Head Record:
24-06-23 Vasco da Gama 4-1 Sao Paulo
23-10-08 Vasco da Gama 0-0 Sao Paulo
23-05-21 Sao Paulo 4-2 Vasco da Gama
21-08-05 Vasco da Gama 1-2 Sao Paulo
21-07-29 Sao Paulo 2-0 Vasco da Gama
Prediction: Sao Paulo to win