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Vasco da Gama vs Atletico GO – Match Preview

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Vasco da Gama is set to host Atletico GO in a crucial Serie A match. This 36th-round game is scheduled for Friday, December 1st, starting at 00:30 GMT. Vasco da Gama, currently 11th with 43 points, aims to move up the table. Atletico GO, at the bottom with 26 points, seeks a victory to escape their plight. The teams’ contrasting fortunes set the stage for a thrilling encounter. Bookmakers predict a Vasco da Gama win, highlighting their home advantage.

Vasco da Gama – Form

Vasco da Gama’s recent performances have been underwhelming. They faced a 3:1 defeat against Corinthians on November 24th. This was expected by bookmakers. A home game against Internacional on November 21st ended in a 1:0 loss. Their match on November 9th at Fortaleza resulted in a 3:0 defeat. These outcomes have matched betting market predictions.

Atletico GO – Form

Atletico GO has struggled in their recent Serie A matches. They lost 1-0 to Palmeiras at home on November 23rd. A trip to Athletico Paranaense on November 20th ended in a 2-0 defeat. They also lost 3-1 to Gremio on October 26th. These results were in line with bookmakers’ expectations.

Vasco da Gama – Atletico GO – Head to Head

The last face-off between Vasco da Gama and Atletico GO was on August 7, 2024. Vasco secured a 1:0 win in the Cup competition. In their last 10 meetings, Vasco has won 5 times, Atletico GO has won twice, and 3 games ended in draws. This shows Vasco’s competitive edge in these fixtures. In the last five encounters, both teams scored only once, indicating strong defenses or weak offenses. Vasco has won 7 of their last 9 home games against Atletico GO without conceding a goal. They have also scored in 17 of their last 19 matches against them.

Vasco da Gama – Atletico GO – Standings

As the Serie A season nears its end, Vasco da Gama and Atletico GO’s positions are quite different. Vasco is 11th with 43 points from 35 games. Atletico GO is 20th, having gathered only 26 points. This 17-point difference highlights Atletico GO’s struggles. Both teams are gearing up for a vital match.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico GO – Top scorers

Pablo Vegetti leads Vasco da Gama’s attack with 9 goals. David and Dimitri Payet have also been key, scoring 4 and 3 goals, respectively. Adson and Mateus Cocao each added two goals. For Atletico GO, Luiz Fernando has scored 6 times. Shaylon, Derek, Jan Hurtado, and Janderson have each scored twice. This shows a balanced attack from both teams.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico GO – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Vasco da Gama with odds of 1.55. A draw is at 3.90, and an Atletico GO win is at 6.50. Vasco’s home advantage and strong record make them favorites. Atletico GO’s challenges are compounded by suspensions. For those looking at other betting options, the “halftime-fulltime” market offers interesting odds. The “draw-no-bet” market for Vasco provides a safety net at 1.167. The “double-chance” market offers Vasco to win or draw at 1.111.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico GO – Over/Under Betting

The “Under 2.5” goals option, at odds of 1.85, is appealing. This is based on both teams’ recent scoring records and their defensive performances. Despite each team conceding 53 goals this season, their history suggests a low-scoring game. Thus, the “Under 2.5” goals market is worth considering.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico GO – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are set at 2.00, while “BTTS: No” is at 1.75. Given the teams’ history and current form, “BTTS: No” at 1.75 seems the more likely outcome. Vasco da Gama’s defense has been strong at home against Atletico GO. Atletico GO has struggled to score in their recent away games against Vasco.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico GO – Prediction

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