Match Analysis: Sport Recife vs Sao Paulo – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-16
- Time: 9:30 PM UTC
- Location: Ilha do Retiro, Recife, Brazil
Game Overview
This Campeonato Brasileiro Série A match features Sport Recife hosting São Paulo, with São Paulo sitting 7th and Sport Recife struggling at 20th in the league. Historically, São Paulo have dominated the head-to-head record significantly.
Key Factors to Consider
- Sport Recife is in poor league form, currently 20th, but has shown defensive resilience conceding 0.4 goals per match in recent games. São Paulo, placed 7th, have been unbeaten in their last 9 matches, scoring 6 goals in their last 5 while conceding 1.2 per match.
- São Paulo lead historically with 11 wins to Sport Recife's 3, alongside 5 draws since 2007. Recent clashes have also favored São Paulo, winning 3 out of the last 4 meetings since 2021 with no draws.
- No explicit injury data is available in current search results for either team.
- The match will take place at Sport Recife's home stadium, Ilha do Retiro, which may provide them with home advantage despite their league position. Weather or pitch conditions are not reported.
- São Paulo's unbeaten run and mid-table positioning likely motivate them for a strong away performance, while Sport Recife are motivated to improve their standings from the relegation zone.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Sao Paulo: 1.68, Sport Recife: 1.88, Draw: 1.93 | São Paulo to win | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Spread | Sao Paulo: -118, Sport Recife: -112 | São Paulo -0 spread | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 1.75: -125, Under 1.75: -105 | Over 1.75 goals | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Sao Paulo 32% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 1.75 -6% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Sao Paulo at 32% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 16.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given São Paulo's superior form, historical dominance, and undefeated recent run versus Sport Recife's weaker position, the predicted outcome favors an away win for São Paulo with moderate confidence.
Predicted Score: 1-2