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Vasco da Gama vs Atletico MG – Match Preview

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On Monday, December 4, 2024, Vasco da Gama will welcome Atletico MG for a crucial Serie A match. The game is set to start at 22:00 GMT in an unspecified stadium. Both teams are currently in the middle of the league table. Vasco da Gama is in 12th place, and Atletico MG is right behind in 13th. Each team has 44 points from 36 matches. As the season approaches Round 37, this game is critical. Both teams are eager for a win to improve their league standings and finish the season on a high note.

Vasco da Gama – Form

Vasco da Gama’s performance in Serie A has been inconsistent recently. Their last match on December 1 ended in a 2:2 draw against Atletico GO. This result was expected by bookmakers. Vasco da Gama managed to come back with goals from Maxime Dominguez and Alex Teixeira. However, they couldn’t overcome Luiz Fernando’s two goals for the visitors. Before this, they faced a 3:1 defeat at Corinthians and a close 0:1 loss at home to Internacional. Despite showing resilience in their latest game, winning has been elusive in their last three matches.

Atletico MG – Form

Atletico MG has had mixed results in their recent games. On November 30th, they suffered a 1-3 defeat at home to Botafogo RJ in the Copa Libertadores. This outcome was in line with bookmaker predictions. In Serie A, they secured a 2-2 draw at Sao Paulo, maintaining their goal-scoring form. Their visit to Athletico Paranaense on November 16th resulted in a narrow 1-0 defeat. This ended Athletico Paranaense’s streak of 11 games conceding goals to Atletico MG.

Vasco da Gama – Atletico MG – Head to Head

The last game between Vasco da Gama and Atletico MG was closely contested, ending in a 1:1 draw on October 19, 2024, in the Cup. The head-to-head record over their last 10 matches is evenly split, with each team winning four times. This highlights the competitive nature of their encounters. In their last 5 meetings, both teams scored in 4 games. Vasco da Gama has a strong home record, scoring in their last 17 home games against Atletico MG. They have also avoided defeat in 14 of the last 16 home matches in this fixture.

Vasco da Gama – Atletico MG – Standings

With the Serie A season nearing its end, Vasco da Gama and Atletico MG are tied with 44 points each after 36 matches. They are in the 12th and 13th positions, respectively. A slight difference in goal difference separates them. The tight competition suggests an exciting match is ahead. It’s hard to say if they are performing as expected without preseason predictions. Yet, their identical points indicate they have been closely matched this season.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico MG – Top scorers

Pablo Vegetti leads the scoring for Vasco da Gama with 9 goals this season. In the midfield, David has added 4 goals. Dimitri Payet and Adson have contributed 3 and 2 goals, respectively. Mateus Cocao has also scored 2 goals. For Atletico MG, Hulk is the top scorer with 10 goals. Paulinho and Eduardo Vargas have each scored 8 times. Gustavo Scarpa has found the net 4 times, while Cadu has added 3 goals. This impressive lineup suggests a challenging match for Vasco da Gama’s defense.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico MG – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers are offering odds of 2.50 for a Vasco da Gama win, 3.20 for a draw, and 2.88 for an Atletico MG victory. The teams’ similar standings and head-to-head record make this match hard to predict. Vasco’s home advantage and Atletico MG’s suspension of Alan Franco could give Vasco a slight edge. The “halftime-fulltime” and “draw-no-bet” options offer interesting alternatives for bettors. The “double-chance” market is also appealing for those looking for safer bets.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico MG – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are at 2.10, while “Under 2.5” goals are at 1.70. Vasco da Gama’s and Atletico MG’s defensive records suggest vulnerabilities. Most of their recent meetings have seen under 3.5 goals. However, both teams have been scoring in recent matches. This makes the “Under 2.5” option at 1.70 attractive for cautious bettors. Those looking for higher returns might consider the “Over 2.5” option.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico MG – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are at 1.80, and “BTTS: No” at 1.95. Vasco da Gama’s strong scoring record at home against Atletico MG supports the likelihood of both teams scoring. Recent forms of both teams also support this outcome. Thus, “BTTS: Yes” could be a wise choice for bettors in this match.

Vasco da Gama vs Atletico MG – Prediction

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