The upcoming clash between Internacional and Vasco da Gama promises to be an exciting Serie A match.
With both teams looking to secure crucial points, here's a detailed prediction on the team to win, their form, and the latest news surrounding the game.
Match Preview
H2H Record
In their last encounter, Internacional emerged victorious with a 2-1 win.
Historically, Internacional has dominated with four wins in the last six matches, while Vasco da Gama has secured two victories.
Team Form
Internacional
Internacional has had a mixed form in their last ten league games, recording three wins, three losses, and four draws.
They have managed to maintain an average possession of 53.8%, with notable players like Wesley and Igor Gomes contributing to the scoreline.
The team has kept five clean sheets in their past 12 matches, showcasing their defensive strength.
Recent Matches
Fluminense 1-1 Internacional
Criciuma 1-1 Internacional
Internacional 1-2 Atletico MG
Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama, on the other hand, has struggled with consistency, winning three, losing five, and drawing two of their last ten league games.
They have been particularly weak in away matches, losing seven consecutive games. Key player Pablo Vegetti has been a standout, scoring four goals in recent fixtures.
Recent Matches
Vasco da Gama 2-0 Fortaleza
Vasco da Gama 1-1 Botafogo RJ
Bahia 2-1 Vasco da Gama
Team News
Internacional
Internacional will be missing several key players due to injuries and international duty.
This includes Rafael Borre, Enner Valencia, Sergio Rochet, Vitão, Thiago Maia, Wesley, Charles Aranguiz, Fabricio Bustos, and Mauricio.
These absences could impact their performance significantly.
Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama will also be without some players due to injuries, including Guilherme Estrella, João Victor, and Paulinho Paula.
Despite these setbacks, their recent win against Fortaleza might boost their confidence.
Prediction
Key Stats
Internacional: Five clean sheets in the last 12 matches, strong home performance.
Vasco da Gama: Seven consecutive away losses, failing to score in five of their last ten away matches.
Prediction
Given the current form and injury reports, Internacional seems the more likely team to secure a victory.
Their defensive stability and home advantage make them favourite's. The aggregated odds also favour Internacional at -175, indicating a 64% implied probability of their win.
Our Prediction: Internacional 2 - 1 Vasco da Gama