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Vasco da Gama play host to Red Bull Bragantino in round 21 of Brasileiro Serie A on Saturday. Pedro Caixinha’s men have failed to win their last five visits to the Estádio São Januario and will head into the weekend looking to end this poor run.
Vasco da Gama turned in a fine show of fighting spirit as they came from behind to salvage a 1-1 draw against Atletico Goianiense in the first leg of their Copa do Brasil last-16 clash on Wednesday.
Rafael Paiva’s men now return to action in Serie A, where they have lost their last two matches, having picked up four wins in their four games preceding this run.
While Vasco have failed to win their most recent three games — all on the road — they will be happy to return home, where they are unbeaten in five consecutive games since early June.
Red Bull Bragantino, on the other hand, suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Athletico Paranaense in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16 on Wednesday.
This followed a 1-0 home loss against a rejuvenated Fluminense side on July 28 which saw their three-game unbeaten run in all competitions come to an end.
With 25 points from 18 matches, Bragantino are currently 10th in the Serie A table, two points and one place above Vasco da Gama.
Vasco da Gama vs Red Bull Bragantino Head-To-Head and Key Numbers
- With three wins from the last 11 meetings between the sides, Vasco da Gama boast a slight upper hand in the history of this fixture.
- Red Bull Bragantino have picked up two wins in that time, while the spoils have been shared on six occasions.
- Vasco da Gama are unbeaten in their last five home games against Caixinha’s men, claiming two wins and three draws since July 2009.
- Bragantino have failed to win their last eight away matches across all competitions, losing six and claiming two draws since a 2-0 victory at Gremio on June 1.
- Vasco da Gama are unbeaten in their last five home games, picking up three wins and two draws since a 6-1 loss against Flamengo on June 2.
Vasco da Gama vs Red Bull Bragantino Prediction
The last five meetings between Vasco and Bragantino have produced a combined 15 goals and we anticipate another thrilling contest at the Estádio São Januario.
Bragantino have struggled for results on their travels and we predict Vasco will come out on top in front of their home supporters.
Prediction: Vasco da Gama 2-1 Red Bull Bragantino
Vasco da Gama vs Red Bull Bragantino Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Vasco da Gama to win
Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals - Yes (There have been three or more goals scored in six of the last eight meetings between the two teams)
Tip 3: Both sides to score - Yes (Both sides have also scored in their last nine encounters)
