Serie A Gameweek 31
Sao Paulo vs NS Vasco DA Gama
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Futmetrix Verdict
43
Coventry
vs
Newcastle
Mon, Oct 12 • 19:00 UTC
⚡ Form
47
⚖️ Balance
95
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
72
Coventry's survival bid meets Newcastle's inconsistency.
Futmetrix Verdict
83
Al-Wasl FC
vs
Al-Ahli Jeddah
Mon, Oct 12 • 16:00 UTC
⚡ Form
31
⚖️ Balance
82
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
66
Early AFC Champions League Elite test.
Futmetrix Verdict
45
Atalanta
vs
Venezia
Mon, Oct 12 • 16:30 UTC
⚡ Form
51
⚖️ Balance
60
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
64
Desperate Venezia seek lifeline against Atalanta.
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2025 | Vasco DA Gama | 0 - 2 | Sao Paulo | Serie A | Estádio São Januário |
| 06/13/2025 | Sao Paulo | 1 - 3 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie A | Estadio Do MorumBIS |
| 10/17/2024 | Sao Paulo | 3 - 0 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie A | Estádio Brinco de Ouro da Princesa |
| 06/23/2024 | Vasco DA Gama | 4 - 1 | Sao Paulo | Serie A | Estádio São Januário |
| 10/07/2023 | Vasco DA Gama | 0 - 0 | Sao Paulo | Serie A | Estádio São Januário |
| 05/20/2023 | Sao Paulo | 4 - 2 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie A | Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo |
| 08/05/2021 | Vasco DA Gama | 1 - 2 | Sao Paulo | Copa Do Brasil | Estádio Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama |
| 07/29/2021 | Sao Paulo | 2 - 0 | Vasco DA Gama | Copa Do Brasil | Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo |
| 11/22/2020 | Sao Paulo | 1 - 1 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie A | Morumbí |
| 08/16/2020 | Vasco DA Gama | 2 - 1 | Sao Paulo | Serie A | Estádio Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama |
11/02/2025
06/13/2025
10/17/2024
06/23/2024
10/07/2023
05/20/2023
08/05/2021
07/29/2021
11/22/2020
08/16/2020
Sao Paulo Win
Vasco DA Gama Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
P: 29 GD: +32
P: 29 GD: +27
P: 29 GD: +12
P: 29 GD: +11
P: 29 GD: +4
P: 29 GD: +7
P: 29 GD: +5
P: 29 GD: +2
P: 30 GD: 0
P: 29 GD: -10
P: 29 GD: +1
P: 30 GD: -11
P: 29 GD: -5
P: 29 GD: -6
P: 29 GD: -9
P: 29 GD: -4
P: 29 GD: -5
P: 29 GD: -8
P: 30 GD: -15
Match Preview
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Jostling for Position in the Serie A Mid-Table
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 41/100. With barely a single point between them, this fixture is all about securing mid-table comfort and avoiding a nervous late-season slide down the standings.
The Setup
On October 18, 2026, Sao Paulo host Vasco DA Gama at Estadio Do MorumBIS in a classic 11th-versus-14th encounter. For neutrals, the broader Stakes might appear low, but the teams themselves know the value of a win here. Sao Paulo sit on 36 points, just edging Vasco's 35. The home side's Form has been patchy at best, trading wins for losses, while the visitors had quietly built a strong unbeaten run before stumbling in their last outing. An exceptionally high Balance rating tells us that picking a clear winner on paper is a fool's errand.
Key Battle
The attacking burden for the hosts falls squarely on the shoulders of J. Calleri. His lethal movement inside the box is Sao Paulo's best weapon. Attempting to match that firepower at the other end is Vasco's F. Colidio, who will look to drag the home defenders out of position and create pockets of space for his teammates.
Our Prediction
The odds lean slightly towards a home victory, but Vasco DA Gama's resilience on the road cannot be ignored. Expect a cautious, cagey affair where neither side commits too many bodies forward. We anticipate a hard-fought 1-1 draw that leaves both sets of fans mildly frustrated.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Given the lack of top-end drama and low overall stakes, this is one to skip unless you're a devoted supporter.
What's the predicted outcome?
We expect a tightly contested 1-1 draw as both evenly matched teams look to avoid defeat.
Where are Sao Paulo and Vasco DA Gama in the league table?
Sao Paulo sit in 11th place with 36 points, trailing them closely is Vasco DA Gama in 14th on 35 points.
What is Sao Paulo's current form?
They have been highly inconsistent lately, suffering three defeats and picking up two wins in their last five league outings.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Sao Paulo's J. Calleri is the man to watch, boasting 3 goals in his last 3 matches and a stellar 7.5 average rating.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.