Vasco da Gama vs Sao Paulo: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 April

Vasco da Gama

D W L L L

17th place in Brazil Serie A

2-1

18/04/2026 17:30

Sao Paulo

W D L L D

8th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Vasco da Gama vs Sao Paulo on 18 April 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 Sao Paulo preview before placing your bet.

Vasco da Gama will face Sao Paulo in Brazil Serie A on April 18, 2026 at 17:30.
Vasco da Gama are currently 17th with 20 points after 19 matches.
Sao Paulo sit 8th with 25 points from 18 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.15.

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

2026-04-18

Vasco da Gama vs Sao Paulo - Prediction & Odds

Vasco da Gama

Sao Paulo

2026-04-18 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/04/2026

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

01 Palmeiras	41	18	12	5	1	30	13	17
02 Flamengo	34	17	10	4	3	31	16	15
03 Fluminense RJ	32	19	9	5	5	29	24	5
04 Bragantino	30	19	9	3	7	26	20	6
05 Atletico Paranaense	30	18	9	3	6	24	18	6
06 Bahia	30	19	8	6	5	28	24	4
07 Coritiba PR	26	18	7	5	6	24	24	0
08 Sao Paulo	25	18	7	4	7	23	20	3
09 Botafogo RJ	25	18	7	4	7	33	32	1
10 Atletico Mineiro	25	19	7	4	8	23	24	-1
11 Vitoria BA	25	18	7	4	7	22	25	-3
12 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	24	18	6	6	6	18	19	-1
13 Cruzeiro	24	18	6	6	6	24	28	-4
14 Internacional RS	21	18	5	6	7	21	22	-1
15 Santos	21	19	5	6	8	27	31	-4
16 Gremio (RS)	21	19	5	6	8	21	25	-4
17 Vasco da Gama	20	19	5	5	9	22	30	-8
18 Mirassol	19	18	5	4	9	20	25	-5
19 Remo Belem (PA)	18	18	4	6	8	21	29	-8
20 Chapecoense SC	9	18	1	6	11	17	35	-18

Head To Head

02/11/2025 19:30

Vasco da Gama

0 - 2

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

12/06/2025 20:30

Sao Paulo

1 - 3

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

16/10/2024 20:45

Sao Paulo

3 - 0

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

22/06/2024 20:30

Vasco da Gama

4 - 1

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

07/10/2023 17:30

Vasco da Gama

0 - 0

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

20/05/2023 17:30

Sao Paulo

4 - 2

Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

Vasco da Gama

50%

Draw

17%

Sao Paulo

33%

Vasco da Gama Last 6 matches

14/04/2026 20:00

Vasco da Gama 1 - 2 Audax Italiano

CON CSA

11/04/2026 16:00

Remo Belem (PA) 1 - 1 Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

07/04/2026 18:00

Barracas Central 0 - 0 Vasco da Gama

CON CSA

04/04/2026 20:00

Vasco da Gama 1 - 2 Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

01/04/2026 19:30

Coritiba PR 1 - 1 Vasco da Gama

BRA D1

22/03/2026 15:00

Vasco da Gama 2 - 1 Gremio (RS)

BRA D1

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Sao Paulo

14/04/2026 18:00

Sao Paulo 2 - 0 O.Higgins

CON CSA

11/04/2026 15:30

Vitoria BA 2 - 0 Sao Paulo

BRA D1

07/04/2026 20:30

Boston River 0 - 1 Sao Paulo

CON CSA

04/04/2026 17:30

Sao Paulo 4 - 1 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

01/04/2026 18:30

Internacional RS 1 - 1 Sao Paulo

BRA D1

21/03/2026 20:00

Sao Paulo 0 - 1 Palmeiras

BRA D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Vasco da Gama

Sao Paulo

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.16

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.58

Scored

Avg. per game

1.28

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.11

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 19 matches

YesNo

14 (74%)5 (26%)

In last 19 matches

NoYes

14 (78%)4 (22%)

Vasco da Gama

Recent matches

Sao Paulo

Under /Over

(74%)14 5(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)13 5(28%)

Under /Over

(21%)4 15(79%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(17%)3 15(83%)

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)7 11(61%)

/Yes

(68%)13 6(32%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)10 8(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Vasco da Gama

Sao Paulo

Shots

Vasco da Gama

Total shots

14.28 avg / game

Blocked

70 total

Avg. 4.12

Sao Paulo

Total shots

9.29 avg / game

Blocked

48 total

Avg. 3.00

Vasco da Gama Pass Sao Paulo

Total passes

6268

Avg. 348 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

5619

Avg. 331 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Vasco da Gama

Played games

Sao Paulo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.05

Clean sheets

0.22

4.00

Corners

5.33

12.74

242

Throw-ins

237

13.17

1.05

Offsides

1.06

2.00

GK saves

2.33

Vasco da Gama

DISCIPLINARY

Sao Paulo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.32

1.50

0.00

0.06

9.21

175

Fouls

205

11.39

7.68

146

Tackles

137

7.61

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How We Build the Vasco da Gama vs Sao Paulo Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Vasco da Gama vs Sao Paulo on 18 April 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 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 Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo'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 Sao Paulo sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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