Vasco and Botafogo face each other on Sunday 02.08.2026, at 21:00 (UK Time), in a A1 Carioca 2026 match. The game will take place at Vasco's home ground, the Estádio Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Vasco and Botafogo, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Vasco vs Botafogo
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Vasco preview
Vasco heads into the match with the following record in the A1 Carioca: in 5 matches, Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama secured 2 victories, 2 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 1.6 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Vasco's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 2 victories so far.
Vasco has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 9 goals, of which 7 were scored in the A1 Carioca, resulting in an average of 1.4 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Rayan Rocha, who has found the back of the net 2 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Johan Rojas Echavarría has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, Vasco has conceded 3 goals in the A1 Carioca (an average of 0.6 per game) and 6 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.86 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Botafogo preview
Botafogo comes into the game with 5 matches played so far in the A1 Carioca. They have secured 3 victories, 0 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 1.8 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 4 wins, 0 draws, and 3 losses.
Botafogo's attack has been highly effective, scoring 13 goals during this period. Of that total, 6 were netted in the A1 Carioca, with an average of 1.2 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.86.
Botafogo's offensive system is led by Danilo Oliveira, the team's top scorer this season. The brazilian midfielder has found the back of the net 4 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Álvaro Montoro. The midfielder has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 3 goals with an average of 0.6 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 8 goals in 7 matches, averaging 1.14 per match.
Head to head: Vasco vs Botafogo
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Vasco
Brazil - Carioca 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D L W L |
1 |
| Home | D D W L W |
1.6 |
| Away | D L W L D |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Goals | 2 | 3 | 1.33 |
| Scored | 1.4 | 2 | 1 |
| Conceded | 0.6 | 1 | 0.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 20% | 50% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Failed To Score | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 50% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.41 | 1.78 | 1.17 |
|
xGA
|
1.6 | 1.23 | 1.85 |
Botafogo
Brazil - Carioca 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W W W |
1.8 |
| Home | L W W W W |
2.4 |
| Away | L L W D D |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Goals | 1.8 | 1.33 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 1.2 | 1 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 0.6 | 0.33 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 20% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 67% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.34 | 1.67 | 0.86 |
|
xGA
|
1.48 | 1.02 | 2.16 |
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