Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 12 July

Vasco da Gama

L L L W L

14th place in Brazil Serie A

0-2

12/07/2025 17:30

Botafogo RJ

D W W D D

6th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ on 12 July 2025 (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 are currently 14th with 45 points after 38 matches.
Botafogo RJ sit 6th with 63 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Botafogo RJ to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors Vasco da Gama, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Botafogo RJ have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

2025-07-12

Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo RJ - Prediction & Odds

Vasco da Gama

Botafogo RJ

2025-07-12 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 12/07/2025

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

01 Flamengo	79	38	23	10	5	78	27	51
02 Palmeiras	76	38	23	7	8	66	33	33
03 Cruzeiro	70	38	19	13	6	55	31	24
04 Mirassol	67	38	18	13	7	63	39	24
05 Fluminense RJ	64	38	19	7	12	50	39	11
06 Botafogo RJ	63	38	17	12	9	58	38	20
07 Bahia	60	38	17	9	12	50	46	4
08 Sao Paulo	51	38	14	9	15	43	47	-4
09 Gremio (RS)	49	38	13	10	15	47	50	-3
10 Bragantino	48	38	14	6	18	45	57	-12
11 Atletico Mineiro	48	38	12	12	14	43	44	-1
12 Santos	47	38	12	11	15	45	50	-5
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	47	38	12	11	15	42	47	-5
14 Vasco da Gama	45	38	13	6	19	55	60	-5
15 Vitoria BA	45	38	11	12	15	35	52	-17
16 Internacional RS	44	38	11	11	16	44	57	-13
17 Ceara	43	38	11	10	17	34	40	-6
18 Fortaleza	43	38	11	10	17	43	58	-15
19 Juventude	35	38	9	8	21	35	69	-34
20 Sport Club do Recife	17	38	2	11	25	28	75	-47

Head To Head

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

29/06/2024 17:30

Vasco da Gama

1 - 1

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

18/02/2024 15:00

Botafogo RJ

2 - 4

Vasco da Gama

BRA RJ

06/11/2023 18:00

Vasco da Gama

1 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

02/07/2023 15:00

Botafogo RJ

2 - 0

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

Vasco da Gama

50%

Draw

17%

Botafogo RJ

33%

Vasco da Gama Last 6 matches

12/06/2025 20:30

Sao Paulo 1 - 3 Vasco da Gama BRA D1

31/05/2025 20:00

Vasco da Gama 0 - 2 Bragantino BRA D1

27/05/2025 18:00

Vasco da Gama 3 - 0 FBC Melgar CON CSA

24/05/2025 17:30

Fluminense RJ 2 - 1 Vasco da Gama BRA D1

20/05/2025 18:00

Vasco da Gama 1 - 1 Operario Ferroviario PR Copa do Brasil

17/05/2025 17:30

Vasco da Gama 3 - 0 Fortaleza BRA D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

28/06/2025 12:00

Palmeiras 0 - 0 Botafogo RJ FCWC

23/06/2025 15:00

Atletico Madrid 1 - 0 Botafogo RJ FCWC

19/06/2025 21:00

Paris Saint Germain (PSG) 0 - 1 Botafogo RJ FCWC

15/06/2025 22:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 1 Seattle Sounders FCWC

04/06/2025 19:00

Botafogo RJ 3 - 2 Ceara BRA D1

01/06/2025 15:00

Santos 0 - 1 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

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 12 July 2025 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.

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 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 Vasco da Gama and Botafogo RJ sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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