Sao Paulo vs Vasco da Gama: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 May

Sao Paulo

D L D W L

11th place in Brazil Serie A

4-2

20/05/2023 17:30

Vasco da Gama

W D D L L

15th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sao Paulo vs Vasco da Gama on 20 May 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 Vasco da Gama preview before placing your bet.

Sao Paulo will face Vasco da Gama in Brazil Serie A on May 20, 2023 at 17:30.
Sao Paulo are currently 11th with 53 points after 38 matches.
Vasco da Gama sit 15th with 45 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.80.

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

2023-05-20

Sao Paulo vs Vasco da Gama - Prediction & Odds

Sao Paulo

Vasco da Gama

2023-05-20 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 20/05/2023

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

04/08/2021 20:30

Vasco da Gama

1 - 2

Sao Paulo

Copa do Brasil

28/07/2021 20:30

Sao Paulo

2 - 0

Vasco da Gama

Copa do Brasil

22/11/2020 15:00

Sao Paulo

1 - 1

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

16/08/2020 15:00

Vasco da Gama

2 - 1

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

28/11/2019 19:30

Sao Paulo

1 - 0

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

25/08/2019 15:00

Vasco da Gama

2 - 0

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

Vasco da Gama

67%

Draw

17%

Sao Paulo

17%

Sao Paulo Last 6 matches

17/05/2023 19:00

Sport Club do Recife 0 - 2 Sao Paulo

Copa do Brasil

14/05/2023 15:00

Corinthians Paulista (SP) 1 - 1 Sao Paulo

BRA D1

11/05/2023 19:00

Fortaleza 0 - 0 Sao Paulo

BRA D1

07/05/2023 15:00

Sao Paulo 2 - 0 Internacional RS

BRA D1

02/05/2023 18:00

Deportes Tolima 0 - 0 Sao Paulo

CON CSA

29/04/2023 15:30

Coritiba PR 1 - 1 Sao Paulo

BRA D1

Win

33%

Draw

67%

Lost

Last 6 matches Vasco da Gama

14/05/2023 15:00

Vasco da Gama 0 - 1 Santos

BRA D1

11/05/2023 18:00

Coritiba PR 1 - 1 Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

06/05/2023 20:00

Fluminense RJ 1 - 1 Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

01/05/2023 19:00

Vasco da Gama 0 - 1 Bahia

BRA D1

23/04/2023 15:00

Vasco da Gama 2 - 2 Palmeiras

BRA D1

15/04/2023 20:00

Atletico Mineiro 1 - 2 Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Sao Paulo

Vasco da Gama

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.08

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.34

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

25 (66%)13 (34%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

26 (68%)12 (32%)

Sao Paulo

Recent matches

Vasco da Gama

Under /Over

(63%)24 14(37%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(61%)23 15(39%)

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(32%)12 26(68%)

/Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)19 19(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sao Paulo

Vasco da Gama

Shots

Sao Paulo

Total shots

12.74 avg / game

Blocked

119 total

Avg. 3.61

Vasco da Gama

Total shots

11.50 avg / game

Blocked

91 total

Avg. 2.68

Sao Paulo Pass Vasco da Gama

Total passes

18808

Avg. 495 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

60%

Total passes

14273

Avg. 376 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sao Paulo

Played games

Vasco da Gama

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.24

5.18

197

Corners

185

4.87

19.03

723

Throw-ins

765

20.13

1.89

Offsides

1.55

2.21

GK saves

121

3.18

Sao Paulo

DISCIPLINARY

Vasco da Gama

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.39

2.42

0.08

0.16

13.08

497

Fouls

514

13.53

13.24

503

Tackles

583

15.34

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Sao Paulo vs Vasco da Gama Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sao Paulo vs Vasco da Gama on 20 May 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 Vasco da Gama 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 Vasco da Gama'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 Vasco da Gama sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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