Sao Paulo vs Barcelona SC(ECU): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 May

Sao Paulo

W W W W D

1st place in Group B

0-0

16/05/2024 20:00

Barcelona SC(ECU)

D L W W D

3rd place in Group B

Copa Libertadores

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sao Paulo vs Barcelona SC(ECU) on 16 May 2024 (kick-off: 20:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sao Paulo vs Barcelona SC(ECU) preview before placing your bet.

Sao Paulo are currently 1st with 13 points after 6 matches.
Barcelona SC(ECU) sit 3rd with 6 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Sao Paulo to win with probability 67%.
Head-to-head history favors Sao Paulo, who have won 1 of the last 1 meetings. Barcelona SC(ECU) have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

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Weather

20:00

2024-05-16

Sao Paulo vs Barcelona SC(ECU) - Prediction & Odds

Sao Paulo

Barcelona SC(ECU)

2024-05-16 20:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2024

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Sao Paulo	13	6	4	1	1	10	3	7
02 Talleres Cordoba	13	6	4	1	1	10	6	4
03 Barcelona SC(ECU)	6	6	1	3	2	6	9	-3
04 Cobresal	1	6	0	1	5	3	11	-8

Head To Head

25/04/2024 20:00

Barcelona SC(ECU)

0 - 2

Sao Paulo

CON CLA

Sao Paulo

100%

Draw

Barcelona SC(ECU)

Sao Paulo Last 6 matches

13/05/2024 19:00

Sao Paulo 2 - 1 Fluminense RJ BRA D1

08/05/2024 20:30

Cobresal 1 - 3 Sao Paulo CON CLA

05/05/2024 15:00

Vitoria BA 1 - 3 Sao Paulo BRA D1

02/05/2024 18:30

Ag. Maraba 1 - 3 Sao Paulo Copa do Brasil

29/04/2024 19:00

Sao Paulo 0 - 0 Palmeiras BRA D1

25/04/2024 20:00

Barcelona SC(ECU) 0 - 2 Sao Paulo CON CLA

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Barcelona SC(ECU)

12/05/2024 19:00

Barcelona SC(ECU) 1 - 1 Sociedad Deportiva Aucas ECU D1

08/05/2024 18:00

Talleres Cordoba 3 - 1 Barcelona SC(ECU) CON CLA

04/05/2024 19:00

Delfin SC 1 - 3 Barcelona SC(ECU) ECU D1

01/05/2024 20:00

Universidad Catolica 0 - 1 Barcelona SC(ECU) ECU D1

28/04/2024 19:00

Club Sport Emelec 1 - 1 Barcelona SC(ECU) ECU D1

25/04/2024 20:00

Barcelona SC(ECU) 0 - 2 Sao Paulo CON CLA

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Copa Libertadores

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Sao Paulo

Barcelona SC(ECU)

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.30

Scored

Avg. per game

0.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 10 matches

YesNo

4 (40%)6 (60%)

In last 10 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

Sao Paulo

Recent matches

Barcelona SC(ECU)

Under /Over

(70%)7 3(30%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)5 1(17%)

Under /Over

(10%)1 9(90%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

Under /Over

(30%)3 7(70%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

/Yes

(30%)3 7(70%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)4 2(33%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sao Paulo

Barcelona SC(ECU)

Shots

Sao Paulo

Total shots

12.60 avg / game

Blocked

30 total

Avg. 3.75

Barcelona SC(ECU)

Total shots

12.67 avg / game

Blocked

16 total

Avg. 4.00

Sao Paulo Pass Barcelona SC(ECU)

Total passes

5022

Avg. 502 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

60%

Total passes

2425

Avg. 404 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sao Paulo

Played games

Barcelona SC(ECU)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.70

Clean sheets

0.17

3.70

Corners

3.83

7.90

Throw-ins

0.00

1.80

Offsides

0.83

2.90

GK saves

1.83

Sao Paulo

DISCIPLINARY

Barcelona SC(ECU)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.80

2.67

0.00

0.00

11.10

111

Fouls

12.83

13.30

133

Tackles

105

17.50

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How We Build the Sao Paulo vs Barcelona SC(ECU) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sao Paulo vs Barcelona SC(ECU) on 16 May 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Copa Libertadores fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Sao Paulo vs Barcelona SC(ECU) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sao Paulo's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Barcelona SC(ECU)'s away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Copa Libertadores Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Copa Libertadores standings and the Copa Libertadores form table to understand exactly where Sao Paulo and Barcelona SC(ECU) sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Copa Libertadores predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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