Vasco da Gama vs Athletico Paranaense – Match Preview

Vasco da Gama is gearing up to host Athletico Paranaense in a thrilling Serie A match. This encounter is scheduled for Monday, August 27th, at 00:00 GMT. Vasco da Gama is currently 10th in the standings, having earned 28 points from 22 matches. Athletico Paranaense is slightly ahead, in 9th place, with 29 points from 21 games. With both teams close in the standings, this match is crucial for their Serie A journey.

Vasco da Gama – Form

At home, Vasco da Gama has shown consistent performance. They drew 2:2 with Criciuma on August 18, 2024, in a match that ended better than many expected. Before this, they celebrated a 2:0 victory over Fluminense and a 1:0 win against Atletico GO in the Cup. The team has demonstrated scoring ability from various players, aligning with bookmakers’ predictions.

Athletico Paranaense – Form

Athletico Paranaense’s recent performances have been strong. They achieved a 2-0 win against Belgrano on August 22nd. Before this victory, they faced a 1-2 loss to Juventude, which was unexpected. However, they managed a 2-2 draw with Internacional, showing their strength on the road.

Vasco da Gama – Athletico Paranaense – Head to Head

The last match between these teams was on May 5, 2024. Athletico Paranaense won 1:0. In their past 10 matches, Vasco da Gama won once, and Athletico Paranaense won six times. This shows Athletico’s dominance in their recent matchups. In the last five games, both teams scored in only one match, indicating one-sided scorelines.

Vasco da Gama – Athletico Paranaense – Standings

As Round 24 approaches, the competition in the middle of the Serie A table is intense. Vasco da Gama and Athletico Paranaense are close, with only a one-point gap. This match is pivotal for both teams, aiming to surpass mid-table expectations.

Vasco da Gama vs Athletico Paranaense – Top scorers

Pablo Vegetti leads Vasco da Gama’s attack with 7 goals. David has added 4 goals from midfield. Adson and Mateus Cocao have contributed two goals each. Lucas Piton, from the backline, has also scored, showing the team’s diverse scoring sources.

For Athletico Paranaense, Gonzalo Mastriani is the top scorer with 4 goals. Agustin Canobbio, Julimar, and Lucas Di Yorio each have 3 goals. Fernandinho has scored twice from midfield, adding depth to their attack.

Vasco da Gama vs Athletico Paranaense – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Vasco da Gama with odds of 2.15 for a home win. Athletico Paranaense stands at 3.50 for an away win. Despite Athletico’s better head-to-head record, Vasco’s recent home form shows they are tough to beat. The absence of key players could affect both teams’ performance.

Alternative betting markets offer various options. The “halftime-fulltime” bet has odds of 2.875 for Vasco leading at halftime. The “draw-no-bet” option at 1.50 favors Vasco. The “double-chance” market offers odds of 1.286 for a Vasco win or draw.

Vasco da Gama vs Athletico Paranaense – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals odds are at 2.15, while “Under 2.5” goals is at 1.667. This suggests a likely low-scoring game. The history between these teams supports this, with most games seeing fewer than 3.5 goals. Both teams’ recent defensive records further suggest a cautious match ahead.

Vasco da Gama vs Athletico Paranaense – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” and “BTTS: No” are both at 1.909. Given the history and recent performances, “BTTS: No” might be the more likely outcome. Vasco da Gama has shown strong defense at home, while Athletico Paranaense has been part of matches where both teams scored.

Vasco da Gama vs Athletico Paranaense – Prediction