Botafogo 1-2 Vasco DA Gama: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

Vasco bring the sharper recent momentum into a derby that has major value for both sides’ league position. Botafogo have the Nilton Santos advantage and a notably strong recent league record in this fixture, but their squad is thinned by injuries and a fitness doubt. Vasco have their own selection issue: suspended winger Andrés Gómez removes an important attacking outlet. Expect a tense match shaped by midfield duels, wide transitions and the quality of the second ball around the strikers.

Head-to-head analysis

Botafogo have won the last two Série A meetings, including this season’s earlier encounter, and are unbeaten across the three most recent league derbies hosted at Nilton Santos. The broader recent series has still contained draws and a Vasco cup win, so the rivalry remains volatile.

Injuries and absences

Vasco’s loss of Andrés Gómez is the clearest tactical absence: it weakens their established wide transition threat and places more responsibility on Adson, Colidio and Bruno Duarte. Botafogo’s injuries reduce defensive and wide-attacking depth, while Matheus Martins’ fitness status is worth checking at team-sheet release.

Form (last 5)

Botafogo vs Vasco DA Gama stats

Last meetings

• 2026-04-05Vasco DA Gama 1-2 Botafogo
• 2026-02-08Vasco DA Gama 2-0 Botafogo
• 2025-11-05Botafogo 3-0 Vasco DA Gama
• 2025-09-12Botafogo 1-1 Vasco DA Gama
• 2025-08-28Vasco DA Gama 1-1 Botafogo
• 2025-07-12Vasco DA Gama 0-2 Botafogo

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