Fluminense RJ vs Vasco da Gama Prediction: Struggle for the Top Four

In the upcoming fixture of the Campeonato Carioca Serie A, Matchday 8, Fluminense will take on Vasco da Gama at the historic Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro. With Fluminense standing 3rd with 4 wins and 13 points and Vasco da Gama standing 6th with 3 wins and 11 points, we have a match to witness. If Vasco da Gama pulls out an upset, the Carioca Serie A will get interesting towards the end. Though it is still quite early to predict the teams making it into the top 4 standings. The last time these two played each other, Fluminense won 2-0 convincingly. 

Fluminense RJ - Coming off a Win Over Audax Rio (WLLDW)

After losing two back-to-back matches, Fluminense finally found its rhythm against Audax Rio (3-0), in which German Cano was simply unstoppable, scoring a hat trick. Going in the game, much will depend on Fluminense’s last game form and overall record against Vasco da Gama. Though Vasco da Gama leads the all time head-to-head win count, Fluminense has dominated Vasco in recent matchups. Since November 2019, Fluminense has recorded 4 wins and a draw against Vasco da Gama. With a goal scoring average of 1 goals per game (5 goals in 5 matches), Fluminense is likely to stick to the basics and win. Fluminense’s conceding average is just 0.50 goal per game in home fixtures, which makes them stronger at home.

Vasco da Gama - Stood Consistent and Defeated Nova Iguacu (WWLWD)

Going in the matchup, Vasco da Gama is coming off a win against Nova Iguacu (0-2), in which Jair scored an important goal by striking in the centre of the goal, with an assist made by Pedro Raul. Next, in the 72nd minute of play, Gabriel Pec scored the second of the game, giving his side an unbeaten lead in the contest. In away fixtures Vasco da Gama averages 1.67 goals per game, which is quite a decent average. Moreover, its conceding rate is just 0.33 goals. Hence, we can expect a decent matchup against Fluminense. 

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the upcoming match of Carioca Serie A, Vasco da Gama will be looking forward to upsetting the home favorites. However, Fluminense has the upper hand in recent years against Vasco da Gama. I am expecting a close finish with both teams to score. Hence, the match is likely to end in a draw or Fluminense to win with a (2-1) scoreline. 

• Fluminense to Win for 1.85
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.85
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.1