Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo Prediction: 2-2

Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 00:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday April 5, 2026. We anticipate a balanced game ending in a 2-2 draw, and given both teams’ scoring form, BTTS looks like a safe bet.

This Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Vasco da Gama's Last Match – Coritiba vs Vasco da Gama

Vasco da Gama will look to build on their last result following a 1-1 Brazil Serie A stalemate against Coritiba on April 1. In that match, Vasco da Gama recorded 35% possession, firing 7 shots at goal, with 2 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Coritiba	65%	12 (4)	1.49	44
Vasco da Gama	35%	7 (2)	0.49	29

Botafogo's Last Match – Botafogo vs Mirassol

Botafogo will seek to keep their streak alive after a 3-2 Brazil Serie A victory over Mirassol on April 1. In that match, Botafogo had 35% possession and 9 attempts at goal, with 5 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Botafogo	35%	9 (5)	2.38	23
Mirassol	65%	11 (4)	0.53	64

Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Vasco da Gama are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Botafogo average 1.3 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Vasco da Gama to win: @2.05

Draw: @3.4

Botafogo to win: @3.7

Over 2.5 Goals: @1.85

Lineups

Vasco da Gama (4-2-3-1) : Leo Jardim, Pumita Rodriguez, Alan Gabriel Saldivia Vazquez, Robert Renan, Cuiabano, Tche Tche, Cauan Barros, Andres Gomez, Thiago Mendes, Johan Rojas, David

Botafogo (4-3-3) : Raul, Vitinho, Nahuel Ferraresi, Alexander Barboza, Alex Telles, Danilo Oliveira, Allan, Edenilson, Junior Santos, Arthur Cabral, Matheus Martins

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