Vasco and Maricá face each other on Friday 01.16.2026, at 00:30 (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 Maricá, 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 Maricá

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

HT/FT - 2/2

The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.

👉 Our prediction is: Vasco win or draw

The Double Chance market is an excellent option for those who want a little more security and a little less risk in their bets. Of the three potential outcomes in a football match (win, draw, loss), two of them ensure a winning bet.

And with the 1X bet, the home team has a higher probability of hitting on the bet thanks to the added advantage of playing in their own stadium.

So based on recent form and other factors, we feel confident enough in Vasco's ability to avoid defeat to make Vasco win or draw our top betting tip for this match.

👉 Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match

It's hard to see too many goals in this match between Vasco and Maricá given their lack of goalscoring ability.

That is why we project the total to go under 2.5 goals. So if 2 or fewer goals are scored, the bet wins.

Vasco preview

Vasco heads into the match with the following record in the A1 Carioca: in 0 matches, Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama secured 0 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 0 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Vasco's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 1 victories so far.

Vasco has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 4 goals, of which 0 were scored in the A1 Carioca, resulting in an average of 0 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. Philippe Coutinho has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, Vasco has conceded 0 goals in the A1 Carioca (an average of 0 per game) and 2 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 2 per match in the 2026 campaign.

Maricá preview

Maricá comes into the game with 0 matches played so far in the A1 Carioca. They have secured 0 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 0 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 losses.

Maricá Futebol Clube's attack has been highly effective, scoring 2 goals during this period. Of that total, 0 were netted in the A1 Carioca, with an average of 0 goals per game. The overall season average is 2.

Maricá FC's offensive system is led by Marcelo Oliveira Pinto, the team's top scorer this season. The brazilian midfielder has found the back of the net 1 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Rafael Forster. The defender has contributed with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 0 goals with an average of 0 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 4 goals in 1 matches, averaging 4 per match.

Head to head: Vasco vs Maricá

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Published on 16 January 2026, at 08:28 Last updated on 6 March 2026, at 19:02
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