Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – February 16

Vasco da Gama

W L W W W

2nd place in Brazil Campeonato Carioca

2 - 0

16/02/2023 19:30

Botafogo RJ

W W L L W

5th place in Brazil Campeonato Carioca

Brazil Campeonato Carioca

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ on February 16, 2023 (kick-off: 19:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ preview before placing for you.

Vasco da Gama are currently 2nd with 23 points after 11 matches.
Botafogo RJ sit 5th with 19 points from 11 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 16/02/2023

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

01 Fluminense RJ	25	11	8	1	2	20	4	16
02 Vasco da Gama	23	11	7	2	2	20	6	14
03 Flamengo	23	11	7	2	2	19	6	13
04 Volta Redonda	20	11	6	2	3	27	15	12
05 Botafogo RJ	19	11	6	1	4	13	6	7
06 Audax Rio RJ	16	11	4	4	3	14	13	1
07 Nova Iguacu	13	11	3	4	4	8	11	-3
08 Portuguesa RJ	13	11	3	4	4	9	14	-5
09 Bangu	12	11	3	3	5	6	17	-11
10 Madureira	9	11	2	3	6	5	18	-13
11 Boavista S.C.	6	11	1	3	7	11	23	-12
12 Resende-RJ	4	11	1	1	9	3	22	-19

Vasco da Gama Last 6 matches

02/08/2026 03:30

Vasco da Gama 0 - 0 Fluminense RJ Copa do Brasil

30/07/2026 05:00

Vasco da Gama 1 - 0 Dep.Independiente Medellin Copa Sudamericana

26/07/2026 06:30

Vasco da Gama 1 - 1 Mirassol Brazil Serie A

23/07/2026 05:00

Dep.Independiente Medellin 2 - 2 Vasco da Gama Copa Sudamericana

17/07/2026 05:30

Vitoria BA 1 - 0 Vasco da Gama Brazil Serie A

01/06/2026 02:00

Vasco da Gama 0 - 1 Atletico Mineiro Brazil Serie A

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

27/07/2026 02:00

Cruzeiro 0 - 1 Botafogo RJ Brazil Serie A

24/07/2026 05:30

Botafogo RJ 0 - 0 Vitoria BA Brazil Serie A

17/07/2026 05:30

Botafogo RJ 2 - 1 Santos Brazil Serie A

31/05/2026 03:30

Bahia 2 - 1 Botafogo RJ Brazil Serie A

28/05/2026 05:00

Caracas FC 1 - 3 Botafogo RJ Copa Sudamericana

24/05/2026 03:00

Sao Paulo 1 - 1 Botafogo RJ Brazil Serie A

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Campeonato Cari...

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

214

Avg. per game

0.71

Conceded

193

Avg. per game

0.64

Scored

258

Avg. per game

0.86

Conceded

159

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

141 (47%)159 (53%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

173 (58%)127 (42%)

Vasco da Gama

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(20%)9 36(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Vasco da Gama

Botafogo RJ

Shots

Vasco da Gama

Total shots

11.01 avg / game

Blocked

537 total

Avg. 2.92

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

12.40 avg / game

Blocked

633 total

Avg. 3.17

Vasco da Gama Pass Botafogo RJ

Total passes

89736

Avg. 387 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

94745

Avg. 388 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Vasco da Gama

300

Played games

Botafogo RJ

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

113

0.38

4.49

1347

Corners

1319

4.40

10.26

3079

Throw-ins

3707

12.36

0.95

284

Offsides

302

1.01

2.32

697

GK saves

668

2.23

Vasco da Gama

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.13

639

651

2.17

0.12

0.09

9.66

2899

Fouls

3161

10.54

10.21

3063

Tackles

3119

10.40

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How We Build the Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ on 16 February 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 Campeonato Carioca 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.

Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Vasco da Gama's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Botafogo RJ'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 Campeonato Carioca 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 Campeonato Carioca standings and the Brazil Campeonato Carioca form table to understand exactly where Vasco da Gama and Botafogo RJ sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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