Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 February

Prediction Match Centre

Vasco da Gama

WDLWD

2nd place in Brazil Campeonato Carioca

2-0

Vasco da Gama
Win Probability 39%

08/02/2026 17:30

Botafogo RJ

WLWWL

5th place in Brazil Campeonato Carioca

Brazil Campeonato Carioca

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ on 08 February 2026 (kick-off: 17:30) 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 your bet.

Vasco da Gama will face Botafogo RJ in Brazil Campeonato Carioca on February 8, 2026 at 17:30.
Vasco da Gama are currently 2nd with 11 points after 6 matches.
Botafogo RJ sit 5th with 9 points from 6 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 2.24.

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

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

17:30

2026-02-08

Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ - Prediction & Odds

Vasco da Gama

Botafogo RJ

2026-02-08 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 08/02/2026

T.Guanabara	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Fluminense RJ	15	6	5	0	1	9	5	4
02 Vasco da Gama	11	6	3	2	1	9	3	6
03 Volta Redonda	11	6	3	2	1	9	5	4
04 Bangu	10	6	3	1	2	7	7	0
05 Botafogo RJ	9	6	3	0	3	6	5	1
06 Madureira	8	6	2	2	2	5	6	-1
07 Boavista S.C.	8	6	2	2	2	6	8	-2
08 Flamengo	7	6	2	1	3	11	9	2
09 Portuguesa RJ	7	6	2	1	3	6	7	-1
10 Sampaio Correa (RJ)	7	6	2	1	3	7	14	-7
11 Nova Iguacu	5	6	1	2	3	8	9	-1
12 CFRJ Marica RJ	3	6	1	0	5	5	10	-5

Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Portuguesa RJ	11	6	3	2	1	13	7	6
02 Sampaio Correa (RJ)	10	6	3	1	2	10	8	2
03 Nova Iguacu	7	6	1	4	1	7	6	1
04 CFRJ Marica RJ	4	6	1	1	4	6	15	-9

Head To Head

05/11/2025 18:30

Botafogo RJ

3 - 0

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

11/09/2025 20:30

Botafogo RJ

1 - 1

Vasco da Gama

Copa do Brasil

27/08/2025 20:30

Vasco da Gama

1 - 1

Botafogo RJ

Copa do Brasil

12/07/2025 17:30

Vasco da Gama

0 - 2

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

23/02/2025 17:30

Vasco da Gama

1 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA RJ

05/11/2024 20:30

Botafogo RJ

3 - 0

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

Botafogo RJ

50%

Draw

33%

Vasco da Gama

17%

Vasco da Gama Last 6 matches

05/02/2026 19:00

Vasco da Gama 1 - 1 Chapecoense SC

BRA D1

02/02/2026 19:00

Madureira 0 - 0 Vasco da Gama

BRA RJ

29/01/2026 19:00

Mirassol 2 - 1 Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

25/01/2026 19:30

Boavista S.C. 0 - 3 Vasco da Gama

BRA RJ

21/01/2026 20:30

Flamengo 1 - 0 Vasco da Gama

BRA RJ

18/01/2026 17:00

Vasco da Gama 0 - 0 Nova Iguacu

BRA RJ

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

04/02/2026 20:30

Gremio (RS) 5 - 3 Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

01/02/2026 19:45

Botafogo RJ 0 - 1 Fluminense RJ

BRA RJ

29/01/2026 20:30

Botafogo RJ 4 - 0 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

24/01/2026 20:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Bangu

BRA RJ

21/01/2026 18:00

Botafogo RJ 1 - 0 Volta Redonda

BRA RJ

18/01/2026 19:30

Sampaio Correa (RJ) 2 - 1 Botafogo RJ

BRA RJ

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Played games

Vasco da Gama

Botafogo RJ

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.80

Scored

Avg. per game

1.17

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

3 (60%)2 (40%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

Vasco da Gama

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(60%)3 2(40%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

Under /Over

(20%)1 4(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 6(100%)

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

/Yes

(40%)2 3(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(33%)2 4(67%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Vasco da Gama

Botafogo RJ

Shots

Vasco da Gama

Total shots

15.80 avg / game

Blocked

22 total

Avg. 4.40

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

10.83 avg / game

Blocked

6 total

Avg. 1.50

Vasco da Gama Pass Botafogo RJ

Total passes

2454

Avg. 491 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

66%

Total passes

2653

Avg. 442 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

59%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Vasco da Gama

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.40

Clean sheets

0.50

7.80

Corners

4.17

22.40

112

Throw-ins

15.33

0.20

Offsides

0.67

2.60

GK saves

1.50

Vasco da Gama

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.40

1.00

0.20

0.00

14.20

Fouls

10.33

7.40

Tackles

6.17

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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 08 February 2026 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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