Match Analysis: Fluminense vs Vasco da Gama – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-24
- Time: 9:30 PM UTC
- Location: Maracana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Game Overview
Fluminense (7th) host Vasco da Gama (13th) in a classic Rio de Janeiro derby as part of the Brasileirão Serie A. Fluminense are seen as the stronger side based on current league form and historical matchups.
Key Factors to Consider
- Fluminense hold a better league position (7th vs 13th), while Vasco da Gama are in very poor form in Serie A, having lost all recent matches. Fluminense have shown more recent consistency and are playing at home.
- In the last 24 meetings, Fluminense have won 7 times, Vasco da Gama 11 times, with the rest draws. However, in recent seasons, Fluminense have gained the upper hand, winning 4 of the last 5 encounters with 1 draw (including a 2-1 victory in February 2025). Across all competitions since 2004, Vasco have won 24, Fluminense 15, with 26 draws. Current trend: Fluminense’s recent dominance continues.
- No specific injury information provided as of current sources.
- The Maracana stadium provides a significant home advantage for Fluminense. Crowd support and derby atmosphere will be intense, likely favoring the hosts.
- Both teams are highly motivated for the derby, but Fluminense’s superior form and recent head-to-head dominance add confidence.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Fluminense: -135, Vasco da Gama: 390, Draw: 265 | Fluminense win | High |
| Spread | Fluminense: -0.75 100, Vasco da Gama: 75 -120 | Fluminense to cover -0.75 spread | Moderate to High |
| Over/under | Over: 2.25 -102, Under: 2.25 -118 | Under 2.25 | Moderate |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Fluminense -2% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 2% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.25 at 2% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 1.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Fluminense are favored to win at home, given their current form, higher league position, and recent superiority in this fixture. Vasco da Gama’s poor Serie A run and recent defensive struggles make an upset unlikely.
Predicted Score: Fluminense 1-0 Vasco da Gama