Match Analysis: Mirassol vs Vasco da Gama – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-02
- Time: 9:30 PM UTC
- Location: Estádio José Maria de Campos Maia, Mirassol, São Paulo
Game Overview
This Campeonato Brasileiro Série B match features Mirassol hosting Vasco da Gama. Mirassol has shown stronger home form with a solid goal-scoring average and recent positive results, while Vasco da Gama remains unbeaten in their last three matches but with three consecutive draws, reflecting difficulty in securing wins despite strong defense.
Key Factors to Consider
- Mirassol averages 1.58 goals per home match with better defensive stability (1.2 goals conceded per game) and a 50% rate of scoring twice at home in recent matches. Vasco da Gama averages 1.26 goals per match overall but concedes more (1.9) and has struggled away with a 0-0 clean sheet rate. Vasco's recent form includes three draws, highlighting offensive challenges.
- The two teams have no recent direct encounters in this season. Historical data shows balanced statistics but with no clear dominance. Mirassol holds a slight edge in recent form with 2 wins, 1 loss, and better points per match versus Vasco da Gama's 1 win and 3 losses in their last five meetings. This suggests a competitive but favorable home advantage for Mirassol.
- No specific injury reports are currently available for either team, indicating likely full-strength line-ups for both sides.
- The match is played at Mirassol's home stadium, possibly providing them with strong crowd support and familiarity. Weather or pitch conditions are not reported to significantly affect play.
- Mirassol's recent mixed but positive results and home advantage motivate them to capitalize and climb standings, while Vasco da Gama seeks to convert their recent unbeaten but drawn-heavy form into wins, requiring breaking their current scoring drought.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Mirassol: 100, Vasco da Gama: 320, Draw: 225 | Mirassol win | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Spread | Mirassol: -0.5 @ 100, Vasco da Gama: +50 @ -120 | Mirassol -0.5 (win by 1 or more goals) | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2.25: -105, Under 2.25: -115 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Mirassol 10% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 12% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.25 at 12% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 14% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Mirassol is favored to win due to better home form, defensive solidity, and recent momentum. A close game with a probable Mirassol victory or draw is expected, but Vasco da Gama's resilience suggests the match could be tightly contested.
Predicted Score: Mirassol 2 – 1 Vasco da Gama