Vasco da Gama vs Fortaleza: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Vasco da Gama

L L L W L

14th place in Brazil Serie A

3-0

17/05/2025 17:30

Fortaleza

D W W W W

18th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Vasco da Gama vs Fortaleza on 17 May 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 Fortaleza preview before placing your bet.

Vasco da Gama will face Fortaleza in Brazil Serie A on May 17, 2025 at 17:30.
Vasco da Gama are currently 14th with 45 points after 38 matches.
Fortaleza sit 18th with 43 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.25.

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

2025-05-17

Vasco da Gama vs Fortaleza - Prediction & Odds

Vasco da Gama

Fortaleza

2025-05-17 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2025

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

09/11/2024 18:00

Fortaleza

3 - 0

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

03/07/2024 19:00

Vasco da Gama

2 - 0

Fortaleza

BRA D1

21/05/2024 20:30

Vasco da Gama

3 - 3

Fortaleza

Copa do Brasil

01/05/2024 18:00

Fortaleza

0 - 0

Vasco da Gama

Copa do Brasil

18/10/2023 20:30

Vasco da Gama

1 - 0

Fortaleza

BRA D1

27/05/2023 15:00

Fortaleza

2 - 0

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

Fortaleza

67%

Draw

33%

Vasco da Gama

Vasco da Gama Last 6 matches

13/05/2025 20:30

Lanus 1 - 0 Vasco da Gama

CON CSA

10/05/2025 17:30

Vitoria BA 2 - 1 Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

07/05/2025 18:00

Academia Puerto Cabello 4 - 1 Vasco da Gama

CON CSA

04/05/2025 15:00

Vasco da Gama 0 - 1 Palmeiras

BRA D1

01/05/2025 15:00

Operario Ferroviario PR 1 - 1 Vasco da Gama

Copa do Brasil

27/04/2025 17:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 0 Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

Win

Draw

17%

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Fortaleza

13/05/2025 20:30

Fortaleza 0 - 0 Atletico Bucaramanga

CON CLA

10/05/2025 15:00

Fortaleza 5 - 0 Juventude

BRA D1

06/05/2025 20:30

Fortaleza 4 - 0 Colo Colo

CON CLA

02/05/2025 20:30

Sao Paulo 0 - 0 Fortaleza

BRA D1

29/04/2025 18:00

Reet 1 - 1 Fortaleza

Copa do Brasil

26/04/2025 19:00

Sport Club do Recife 0 - 0 Fortaleza

BRA D1

Win

33%

Draw

67%

Lost

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

Vasco da Gama

Fortaleza

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.84

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.87

Scored

Avg. per game

0.55

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.84

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

18 (47%)20 (53%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

14 (37%)24 (63%)

Vasco da Gama

Recent matches

Fortaleza

Under /Over

(89%)34 4(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(74%)28 10(26%)

Under /Over

(42%)16 22(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(32%)12 26(68%)

Under /Over

(55%)21 17(45%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

/Yes

(47%)18 20(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)19 19(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Vasco da Gama

Fortaleza

Shots

Vasco da Gama

Total shots

11.16 avg / game

Blocked

90 total

Avg. 2.73

Fortaleza

Total shots

10.45 avg / game

Blocked

107 total

Avg. 2.97

Vasco da Gama Pass Fortaleza

Total passes

16596

Avg. 437 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

10523

Avg. 277 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

43%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Vasco da Gama

Played games

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.18

Clean sheets

0.26

3.76

143

Corners

171

4.50

15.50

589

Throw-ins

512

13.47

0.66

Offsides

1.61

2.71

103

GK saves

112

2.95

Vasco da Gama

DISCIPLINARY

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.84

2.00

0.18

0.11

11.92

453

Fouls

416

10.95

10.63

404

Tackles

451

11.87

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How We Build the Vasco da Gama vs Fortaleza Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Vasco da Gama vs Fortaleza on 17 May 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 Fortaleza 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 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 Vasco da Gama and Fortaleza sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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