There are currently five points separating these two teams in the table. Botafogo has the advantage, returning to play at home after performing well in the Club World Cup, especially after beating PSG, a team that is currently playing in a different league.
However, they need to refocus on the league immediately because the standings are not that comfortable. Vasco, coming off an away win, is riding a wave of enthusiasm after picking up three crucial points for their league campaign. The defense, however, could make the difference: Botafogo’s is one of the least penetrated in Brazil with only seven goals conceded in 11 games played; Vasco’s, on the other hand, is far from rock solid with sixteen goals conceded in the first part of the season.
But while the prediction is difficult, one thing must be said. Last year, in June, these two teams faced each other on the 13th matchday of the Brazilian top flight. It ended 1-1. Saturday evening is also matchday 13. For those who believe, it is a sign. We believe it, mainly for one reason.
This match is also generating a lot of curiosity because it will be Davide Ancelotti’s first game in charge of a first team. The son of Brazil’s national team coach, Carlo, has been chosen by Botafogo as their new coach. He certainly hasn’t had much time to work with his team, just a few days, but the excitement will be just as great.
Odds comparison
Botafogo’s victory is quoted at 2.10 on Goldbet and Lottomatica and at 2.30 on Snai. A GOAL is quoted at 1.98 on Goldbet and Lottomatica.
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The prediction
Botafogo starts as slight favorites: not only because of their position in the table but also because of their performance in the Club World Cup. However, returning to the point made earlier about matchday 13, etc., we would focus mainly on the question of GOALS: odds of almost 2 times the stake are definitely worth taking.
Probable line-ups for Vasco-Botafogo
VASCO (4-3-3): Léo Jardim, Paulo Henrique, João Victor, Lucas Freitas, Lucas Piton, Hugo Moura, Tchê Tchê, Coutinho, Rayan, Nuno Moreira, Vegetti.
BOTAFOGO (4-3-3): John; Vitinho, Kaio, Barboza, Alex Telles; Gregore, Marlon Freitas; Artur, Savarino, Joaquín Corre; Arthur Cabral.
POSSIBLE RESULT: 1-2