Match Analysis: Palmeiras vs Vasco da Gama – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-01
- Time: 10:00 PM UTC
- Location: Palmeiras Home Stadium
Game Overview
This Campeonato Brazil match features Palmeiras as clear favorites facing Vasco da Gama. Palmeiras have been in excellent recent form with multiple strong wins in Serie A and Copa Libertadores, while Vasco da Gama have been more inconsistent but possess capable attacking players.
Key Factors to Consider
- Palmeiras won 4 of their last 5 matches including high scoring results like 4-1 vs Fortaleza and 3-1 vs River Plate, showing strong attack and defense. Vasco da Gama have 2 wins and 1 draw in their last 5 matches but also 2 losses, scoring regularly but conceding often, indicating defensive weaknesses.
- Palmeiras dominate the H2H with Vasco in recent years: Palmeiras unbeaten in last 13 meetings (9W, 4D) and generally more wins overall (18 to Vasco's 6 since 2004). At Vasco's home, Palmeiras have historically edged slightly with more wins and goal difference in their favor.
- Palmeiras are missing key players Figueiredo, Joaquin Piquerez, Lucas Evangelista and Paulinho due to injuries. Vasco da Gama have a longer injury and suspension list including Cauan Barros (suspension), Adson, Tche Tche, GB, Jair, Lucas Piton, and Thiago Mendes all unavailable.
- The match is played at Palmeiras' venue, increasing home advantage. Palmeiras also show momentum from recent continental and domestic victories. Vasco may struggle with squad depth due to many injured/suspended players.
- Palmeiras, currently 2nd in Serie A, will aim to secure points to maintain a top position. Vasco, 11th, need points to climb the table and avoid relegation worries, providing some incentive but less consistency.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Palmeiras: -260, Vasco da Gama: 765, Draw: 373 | Palmeiras Win | ★★★★☆ 85% |
| Spread | Palmeiras: -1.25 -111, Vasco da Gama: 1.25 -109 | Palmeiras to cover -1.25 | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Over/under | Over 2.5: -111, Under 2.5: -109 | Over 2.5 Goals | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Palmeiras -6% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 2.5 14% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 2.5 at 14% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 15.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Palmeiras are favored to win comfortably with Vasco likely to score but struggle to contain Palmeiras' attack. A home win by a two-goal margin is the most probable outcome.
Predicted Score: Palmeiras 3 – 1 Vasco da Gama