Botafogo vs Vasco da Gama prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on October 8, 2026
Serie A Brazil
On October 8, 2026, Botafogo and Vasco da Gama will face off in the 29th round of Brazil’s Serie A. For both teams, this is a chance to pull clear of the relegation zone.
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The Rio de Janeiro club were Brazilian champions not long ago, but last season they had to settle for sixth place. They failed to qualify for the Copa Libertadores, but reached the Copa Sudamericana round of 16, where they were eliminated by Cienciano after a 1–6 away defeat. Their form in domestic competition has also dipped, and the threat of relegation still remains. In the most recent round, they lost 0–2 to one of the outsiders, Mirassol.
With 45 points, their neighbors somehow won the battle for 14th place. That was enough to earn a spot in the Copa Sudamericana, where the Brazilians are still in contention — a semifinal against Boca Juniors awaits. However, their domestic results have been poor. Still, they managed to beat their most recent opponents, Grêmio and Curitiba.
Cabral and company average 1.46 goals scored and 1.61 conceded per match. Their derby rivals average 1.26 goals scored and 1.52 conceded.
Previous meetings: Botafogo vs Vasco da Gama
Botafogo have won half of the last six derbies, suffering just one defeat. Vasco da Gama did, however, progress on penalties in the cup after the teams drew twice.
The matchup is currently viewed as an even one. That makes backing the hosts with a "0" handicap all the more appealing (odds – 1.62).
Botafogo vs Vasco da Gama: key statistics and trends
- Botafogo have lost one of their last four matches
- Both teams have scored in 68% of Botafogo’s matches, with an average total of 3.07 goals per game
- Vasco da Gama have won six of their last eight matches
- Both teams have scored in 63% of Vasco da Gama’s matches, with an average total of 2.78 goals per game
Botafogo vs Vasco da Gama: possible starting lineups
Botafogo play in a 1-4-3-1-2 formation (possible lineup): Warleson — Telles, Justino, Ferrarresi, Vitinho — Medina, Moura, Danilo — Montoro — Pereira, Cabral
Vasco da Gama play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Jardim — Piton, Renan, Saldívia, Rodrigues — Riquelme, Sosa — Inestrosa, Chê-Chê, Adson — Duarte
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