Brasileirão Série A· Kick-off : Sunday, October 18, 2026, 01:00 (UK time)
Sao Paulo vs Vasco DA Gama prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Sao Paulo take on Vasco DA Gama on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 01:00 (UK time), a Brasileirão Série A, matchday 31 fixture. Venue: Morumbi, Sao Paulo. Our model makes Sao Paulo clear favourites: a 70% chance of winning, against 20% for the draw and 10% for Vasco DA Gama.
Over their last 5 matches, Sao Paulo have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, scoring 5 and conceding 6. Vasco DA Gama are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (4 wins, 1 draw), scoring 10 and conceding 1. Vasco DA Gama therefore arrive in far better shape than Sao Paulo. On average Sao Paulo score 1.00 and concede 1.20 goals per game; Vasco DA Gama score 2.00 and concede 0.20. In the table, Sao Paulo sit 10th with 39 points from 30 games, Vasco DA Gama 15th with 35 points from 29. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Sao Paulo have averaged 1.80 xG (expected goals) per match, against 0.67 for Vasco DA Gama.
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 2 wins for Sao Paulo, 3 for Vasco DA Gama and 0 draws. The most recent ended Vasco DA Gama 2-1 Sao Paulo (Apr 18, 2026). Sao Paulo out or doubtful: N. Bosshardt, Buta, Djhordney (suspended), D. Duarte, Ferreira and Luciano. Vasco DA Gama: Mateus Carvalho, F. Colidio (doubtful) and C. Cuesta (doubtful). In double chance terms, "Sao Paulo or draw" stands at 90%, "Vasco DA Gama or draw" at 30% and "no draw" at 80%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Sao Paulo
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 | Vitoria · Brasileirão Série A | 2-1 | W |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Cruzeiro · Brasileirão Série A | 0-2 | L |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Santos · Brasileirão Série A | 1-2 | L |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Internacional · Brasileirão Série A | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 16, 2026 | Boca Juniors · CONMEBOL Sudamericana | 1-1 | D |
Vasco DA Gama
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 | Boca Juniors · CONMEBOL Sudamericana | 1-0 | W |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Remo · Brasileirão Série A | 0-0 | D |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Botafogo · Brasileirão Série A | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Coritiba · Brasileirão Série A | 5-0 | W |
| Sep 15, 2026 | Santa Fe · CONMEBOL Sudamericana | 2-0 | W |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sao Paulo | 10 | 39 | 30 |
| Vasco DA Gama | 15 | 35 | 29 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | Vasco DA Gama 2-1 Sao Paulo | Serie A |
| Nov 2, 2025 | Vasco DA Gama 0-2 Sao Paulo | Serie A |
| Jun 13, 2025 | Sao Paulo 1-3 Vasco DA Gama | Serie A |
| Oct 17, 2024 | Sao Paulo 3-0 Vasco DA Gama | Serie A |
| Jun 23, 2024 | Vasco DA Gama 4-1 Sao Paulo | Serie A |
Out and doubtful
Sao Paulo
- N. Bosshardt (out)
- Buta (out)
- Djhordney (suspended)
- D. Duarte (out)
- Ferreira (out)
- Luciano (out)
Vasco DA Gama
- Mateus Carvalho (out)
- F. Colidio (doubtful)
- C. Cuesta (doubtful)
Most regular starters
Sao Paulo
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- Artur5/5
- D. Bobadilla3/5
- Luciano3/5
- Pedro Lima3/5
- R. Arboleda3/5
- Rafael3/5
- Sabino3/5
- Carlos Coronel2/5
- G. Santana2/5
- Iago2/5
- Iago Borduchi2/5
Vasco DA Gama
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- Léo Jardim5/5
- Robert Renan5/5
- Bruno Duarte4/5
- Thiago Mendes4/5
- Alan Lescano3/5
- Alan Saldivia3/5
- Cuiabano3/5
- Facundo Colidio3/5
- Paulo Henrique3/5
- A. Saldivia2/5
- Adson2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Sao Paulo vs Vasco DA Gama prediction?
Our AI gives Sao Paulo a 70% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Vasco DA Gama 10%. Sao Paulo are therefore favourites.
When and where is Sao Paulo vs Vasco DA Gama played?
Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 01:00 (UK time), Brasileirão Série A, matchday 31. Venue: Morumbi, Sao Paulo.
What form are Sao Paulo and Vasco DA Gama in?
Sao Paulo: 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (5 scored, 6 conceded). Vasco DA Gama: 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 1 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Sao Paulo and Vasco DA Gama?
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 2 wins for Sao Paulo, 3 for Vasco DA Gama and 0 draws. The most recent ended Vasco DA Gama 2-1 Sao Paulo (Apr 18, 2026).
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