Sao Paulo vs Fortaleza: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 September

Sao Paulo

D L D W L

11th place in Brazil Serie A

1-2

20/09/2023 17:30

Fortaleza

L D D W W

10th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sao Paulo vs Fortaleza on 20 September 2023 (kick-off: 17:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sao Paulo vs Fortaleza preview before placing your bet.

Sao Paulo are currently 11th with 53 points after 38 matches.
Fortaleza sit 10th with 54 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Sao Paulo to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors Fortaleza, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Sao Paulo have no wins, while 4 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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

17:30

2023-09-20

Sao Paulo vs Fortaleza - Prediction & Odds

Sao Paulo

Fortaleza

2023-09-20 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 20/09/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Palmeiras	70	38	20	10	8	64	33	31
02 Gremio (RS)	68	38	21	5	12	63	56	7
03 Atletico Mineiro	66	38	19	9	10	52	32	20
04 Flamengo	66	38	19	9	10	56	42	14
05 Botafogo RJ	64	38	18	10	10	58	37	21
06 Bragantino	62	38	17	11	10	49	35	14
07 Atletico Paranaense	56	38	14	14	10	51	43	8
08 Fluminense RJ	56	38	16	8	14	51	47	4
09 Internacional RS	55	38	15	10	13	46	45	1
10 Fortaleza	54	38	15	9	14	45	44	1
11 Sao Paulo	53	38	14	11	13	40	38	2
12 Cuiaba	51	38	14	9	15	40	39	1
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	50	38	12	14	12	47	48	-1
14 Cruzeiro	47	38	11	14	13	35	32	3
15 Vasco da Gama	45	38	12	9	17	41	51	-10
16 Bahia	44	38	12	8	18	50	53	-3
17 Santos	43	38	11	10	17	39	64	-25
18 Goias	38	38	9	11	18	36	53	-17
19 Coritiba PR	30	38	8	6	24	41	73	-32
20 America MG	24	38	5	9	24	42	81	-39

Head To Head

11/05/2023 16:00

Fortaleza

0 - 0

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

28/08/2022 12:00

Sao Paulo

0 - 1

Fortaleza

BRA D1

08/05/2022 15:00

Fortaleza

1 - 1

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

10/11/2021 17:30

Fortaleza

1 - 1

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

15/09/2021 17:30

Fortaleza

3 - 1

Sao Paulo

Copa do Brasil

25/08/2021 17:30

Sao Paulo

2 - 2

Fortaleza

Copa do Brasil

Sao Paulo

Draw

67%

Fortaleza

33%

Sao Paulo Last 6 matches

17/09/2023 12:00

Flamengo 0 - 1 Sao Paulo Copa do Brasil

13/09/2023 17:30

Internacional RS 2 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA D1

31/08/2023 15:00

Sao Paulo 1 - 0 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito CON CSA

27/08/2023 12:00

America MG 2 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA D1

24/08/2023 15:00

Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito 2 - 1 Sao Paulo CON CSA

19/08/2023 12:00

Sao Paulo 0 - 0 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Fortaleza

14/09/2023 15:00

Fortaleza 2 - 1 Corinthians Paulista (SP) BRA D1

03/09/2023 12:00

Fluminense RJ 1 - 0 Fortaleza BRA D1

31/08/2023 15:00

Fortaleza 2 - 1 America MG CON CSA

27/08/2023 14:30

Fortaleza 3 - 1 Coritiba PR BRA D1

24/08/2023 15:00

America MG 1 - 3 Fortaleza CON CSA

19/08/2023 12:00

Internacional RS 0 - 1 Fortaleza BRA D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Sao Paulo

Fortaleza

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored

Avg. per game

1.47

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

14 (74%)5 (26%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

13 (68%)6 (32%)

Sao Paulo

Recent matches

Fortaleza

Under /Over

(63%)12 7(37%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)13 6(32%)

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

Under /Over

(32%)6 13(68%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)9 10(53%)

/Yes

(37%)7 12(63%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)9 10(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sao Paulo

Fortaleza

Shots

Sao Paulo

Total shots

15.42 avg / game

Blocked

67 total

Avg. 4.19

Fortaleza

Total shots

16.32 avg / game

Blocked

68 total

Avg. 3.78

Sao Paulo Pass Fortaleza

Total passes

9251

Avg. 487 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

59%

Total passes

7208

Avg. 379 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sao Paulo

Played games

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.53

Clean sheets

0.32

6.05

115

Corners

110

5.79

20.11

382

Throw-ins

352

18.53

2.37

Offsides

2.53

2.00

GK saves

1.95

Sao Paulo

DISCIPLINARY

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.32

1.84

0.05

0.00

14.00

266

Fouls

255

13.42

12.95

246

Tackles

331

17.42

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Sao Paulo vs Fortaleza Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sao Paulo vs Fortaleza on 20 September 2023 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 Brazil Serie A 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 Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza'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.

Brazil Serie A 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 Brazil Serie A standings and the Brazil Serie A form table to understand exactly where Sao Paulo and Fortaleza 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 Brazil Serie A predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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