A place in the semifinal of the Copa do Brasil is at stake as Athletico Paranaense and Vasco da Gama go toe-to-toe with each other on Thursday, 12 September. View our free Athletico PR vs Vasco da Gama predictions below.
Contents
- 1 Athletico PR vs Vasco da Gama predictions: Visitors to emerge victorious
- 2 Most recent H2Hs: Can Athletico Paranaense avoid a third consecutive defeat?
- 3 Athletico PR preview: Hoping to overturn a one-goal deficit
- 4 Vasco da Gama preview: Eyeing their fourth consecutive victory
- 5 Player to watch: Pablo Vegetti
Athletico PR vs Vasco da Gama predictions: Visitors to emerge victorious
Key stats
- Vasco da Gama have won three games in a row and are unbeaten in their last eight matches.
- In contrast, Athletico Paranaense are currently on a three-match losing run.
- Vasco da Gama came out on top the last two times these teams squared off against each other.
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in six of Athletico Paranaense's last eight matches, and in three of Vasco da Gama's last four games.
Correct score prediction: Athletico PR 1-2 Vasco da Gama
Three of Athletico Paranaense's last four defeats have been by a 2-1 scoreline. Additionally, Vasco da Gama have won three consecutive games, and two of those victories were 2-1 wins against Athletico PR.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies favour the hosts
- HOME:23/20 (2.15) – 46.5%
- DRAW:21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
- AWAY:21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
These teams are on opposite sides when it comes to recent form. While Vasco da Gama have won three matches in a row, Athletico Paranaense are on a three-match losing streak.
Despite their recent struggles, Athletico PR are the expected winners at 23/20 (2.15). Teams with these odds usually have a 46.5% probability of winning.
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It is also worth mentioning that six of Athletico Paranaense's last eight games went north of the 2.5-goal threshold. On that note, over 2.5 total goals has an appealing look at 19/20 (1.95). That one has a 51.3% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Can Athletico Paranaense avoid a third consecutive defeat?
This will be the third encounter between these teams in just three weeks. Vasco da Gama won the previous two clashes by the same 2-1 scoreline, including the first leg of this tie. However, in their last five skirmishes, both teams have two wins apiece with a draw between them.
Copa do Brasil 30/08/24

Vasco da Gama

Athletico Paranaense
Brazil Serie A 27/08/24

Vasco da Gama

Athletico Paranaense
Brazil Serie A 05/05/24

Athletico Paranaense

Vasco da Gama
Brazil Serie A 25/11/23

Athletico Paranaense

Vasco da Gama
Brazil Serie A 23/07/23

Vasco da Gama

Athletico Paranaense
Athletico PR preview: Hoping to overturn a one-goal deficit
Former Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho is sidelined with a muscle injury and is expected to return later this month. Moreover, Lucas Di Yorio received a straight red in the first leg of this tie. The 27-year-old forward will be unavailable for selection.
Predicted lineup: Mycael (GK), Erick, Rocha, Gamarra, Esquivel, Cuello, Christian, Girotto, Canobbio, Mastriani & Zapelli.
Brazil Serie B 09/05/25
D

Chapecoense
1

Athletico Paranaense
1
Brazil Serie B 04/05/25
L

Botafogo SP
4

Athletico Paranaense
1
Copa do Brasil 01/05/25
D

Brusque
0

Athletico Paranaense
0
Brazil Serie B 25/04/25
L

Gremio Novorizontino
2

Athletico Paranaense
1
Brazil Serie B 20/04/25
W

CRB
0

Athletico Paranaense
2
Vasco da Gama preview: Eyeing their fourth consecutive victory
Paulinho Paula, Guilherme Estrella, and Adson are still sidelined for the visitors due to injuries. Additionally, Coach Rafael Paiva will not be able to call upon the services of Joao Victor, who received his marching orders when these teams squared off against each other in the first leg.
Predicted lineup: Jardim (GK), Piton, Maicon, Leo, Henrique, Sforza, Moura, David, Rayan, Rodriguez & Vegetti.
Brazil Serie A 10/05/25
L

Vitoria
2

Vasco da Gama
1
Copa Sudamericana 07/05/25
L

Academia Puerto Cabello
4

Vasco da Gama
1
Brazil Serie A 04/05/25
L

Palmeiras
1

Vasco da Gama
0
Copa do Brasil 01/05/25
D

Operario PR
1

Vasco da Gama
1
Brazil Serie A 27/04/25
L

Cruzeiro
1

Vasco da Gama
0
Player to watch: Pablo Vegetti

Although he failed to get on the scoresheet when these teams met in the first leg, Pablo Vegetti has been Vasco da Gama's top scorer across all competitions this season. Interestingly, Vegetti's last goal came in late August, against Athletico Paranaense. He has failed to score in two matches since then, and will look to get back to scoring ways in the second leg of this tie.