Vasco da Gama will entertain Juventude at Sao Januário in the Brazilian Série A on Saturday. The hosts are eying a continental spot while the visitors are aiming to beat the drop.
Vasco da Gama vs Juventude Preview
With six rounds of matches to conclude the season, most of the teams already know where they stand. However, we expect some positional changes to happen by the final matchday. Vasco da Gama could qualify for the Copa Libertadores second stage if they win most of their remaining matches, but it remains a tough race.
Gigante da Colina were hoping for a fifth Série A title, which they last won in 2000. Last season, they fell short as they finished in 10th place. The story will unlikely change this term, as they are 26 points behind the top spot (42-68). However, a qualification for the Copa Libertadores would be satisfactory.
Juventude are staring at a possible relegation to Série B. They have won only eight matches out of 32 played, drawing five and losing 19, and sitting in the drop zone on 29 points – 18th out of 20 teams. The visitors could escape relegation if they finish their campaign better than they started it, but it remains unlikely.
Verdão are yet to win the Serie A title and will certainly not make history this time. However, beating the drop could be possible starting with this encounter. Juventude did not falter in their last three clashes with Vasco, and could take confidence from that record as they head for this meeting, which is crucial for both sides.
Vasco da Gama vs Juventude Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Vasco have won twice, drawn once and lost twice in their last five matches against Juventude.
- Vasco have won twice, drawn once and lost twice in their last five matches at home against Juventude.
- Vasco have won four times and lost once in their last five matches at home in all competitions.
- Juventude have won once, drawn once and lost thrice in their last five matches on the road.
- Vasco have won thrice and lost twice in their last five matches, while Juventude have won twice and lost thrice. Form Guide: Vasco – L-L-W-W-W, Juventude – W-L-L-W-L.
Vasco da Gama vs Juventude Prediction
Vasco will enter this game on the back of two defeats in which they conceded five goals without scoring any. Getting back to winning ways will be the mission here.
Juventude will hope to replicate their previous exploits against Vasco, but the visitors don’t seem to possess that strength this time.
Vasco are the favorites based on form and home advantage.
Prediction: Vasco da Gama 3-1 Juventude
Vasco da Gama vs Juventude Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Vasco da Gama to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Vasco da Gama to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Juventude to score - Yes