On next Wednesday (16), São Paulo FC will face Vasco da Gama at 9:45 PM (Brasília time) at the Brinco de Ouro, kicking off the 30th round of the Brazilian Championship. São Paulo, after five matches with only two victories, is looking for a win to get closer to the G-4, currently occupied by Flamengo, Fortaleza, Palmeiras, and Botafogo.
On the other hand, Vasco da Gama, which is nine points away from the G-6 (occupied by Internacional), urgently needs positive results. The team, managed by Cruz Maltino, must balance its focus between the championship and the semifinal of the Copa do Brasil, which may result in changes in the lineup.Head-to-Head: São Paulo vs Vasco da Gama
The clashes between São Paulo and Vasco da Gama are always intense. In 40 official matches, São Paulo has won 21 times, while Vasco has won 9, and 10 matches ended in a draw. The average goals in these encounters is approximately 2.95 per game, demonstrating the competitiveness of the teams. In the last meeting, Vasco da Gama defeated São Paulo 4-1 at home, while São Paulo triumphed in May 2023 with a 4-2 victory.Team Situation: São Paulo vs Vasco da Gama
São Paulo: In the last five games, São Paulo had a reasonable performance, with 2 victories, 2 draws, and 1 loss. The team, which finds itself in the upper part of the table, still has chances to improve its position. The highlights are Calleri and Lucas Moura, who have been effective in attack. Vasco da Gama: Currently in the relegation zone, Vasco has obtained only 1 victory, 3 draws, and 1 loss in the last five matches. The team urgently needs points, and despite Payet and Vegetti standing out in attack, the collaboration among players needs to improve. Both teams will fight for positions and attempts to escape relegation.
Current Performance: São Paulo vs Vasco da Gama
São Paulo:- Last 5 matches:
- São Paulo 0-0 Corinthians (draw)
- Paraná 2-3 São Paulo (win)
- São Paulo 0-1 Grêmio (loss)
- Botafogo 1-1 São Paulo (draw)
- São Paulo 2-1 Flamengo (win)
- Last 5 matches:
- Vasco 4-2 Coritiba (win)
- Vasco 0-0 Grêmio (draw)
- Palmeiras 2-1 Vasco (loss)
- Vasco 1-1 Fortaleza (draw)
- Santos 4-1 Vasco (loss)
