Our Sport Recife vs Vasco da Gama Prediction: 1-2
Sport Recife vs Vasco da Gama in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 23:30 GMT kick-off on Sunday August 31, 2025. Our analysis suggests a 1-2 away win, but with both teams likely to get on the scoresheet, BTTS is also worth considering.
This Sport Recife vs Vasco da Gama 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
Sport Recife's Last Match – Palmeiras vs Sport Recife
Sport Recife will look to get back on track following a 0-3 Brazil Serie A loss against Palmeiras on August 25. In that match, Sport Recife recorded 52% possession, firing 5 shots at goal, with 1 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Palmeiras | 48% | 17 (8) | 2.94 | 35 |
Sport Recife | 52% | 5 (1) | 0.32 | 34 |
Vasco da Gama's Last Match – Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo
Determined to get back to winning ways, Vasco da Gama must win after their 1-1 Copa do Brasil draw against Botafogo on August 28. In that match, Vasco da Gama had 54% possession and 7 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vasco da Gama | 54% | 0 (7) | 2.62 | 34 |
Botafogo | 46% | 0 (3) | 0.51 | 18 |
Sport Recife vs Vasco da Gama Stats
Key Stats
| Sport Recife | Vasco da Gama | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.51 | Attacking Strength | 1.65 |
| 1.36 | Defence Strength | 1.16 |
| 0.9 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 1/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | DRAW | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 0.8 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Sport Recife are averaging 0.7 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Vasco da Gama average 1.7 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.
Sport Recife 7-13
Vasco da Gama 17-13
Lineups
Sport Recife (4-2-3-1) : Gabriel, Matheus Alexandre, Joao Silva, Ramon, Aderlan, Ze Lucas, Christian Rivera, Matheusinho, Lucas Lima, Leo Pereira, Derik Lacerda
Vasco da Gama (4-2-3-1) : Leo Jardim, Pumita Rodriguez, Hugo Moura, Lucas Freitas, Lucas Piton, Cauan Barros, Jair, Rayan, Philippe Coutinho, Nuno Moreira, Pablo Vegetti



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