Mirassol vs Vasco Da Gama Prediction 29 January 2026
🔊 Serie A action returns to "Jose Maria de Campos Maia" as Mirassol, who impressed everyone with their debut season in Brazil's top flight, host last season's national cup finalists Vasco da Gama. Last year, Rafael Guanaes' side defeated Fernando Diniz's team twice, establishing themselves as the favorites for this opening round clash. The burning question for many this season is whether Mirassol can replicate or even surpass their previous campaign's success.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 02 December 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0-2. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (Vasco da Gama were the home side):
- possession percentage: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 10 vs 1;
- fouls: 21 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊 Mirassol and Vasco da Gama have officially faced off in just two matches. Their most recent encounter took place on 02 December 2025 at Vasco's home ground and ended with a 0-2 scoreline.
Head-to-head statistics Mirassol - Vasco Da Gama
Mirassol Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on as part of the Paulista A1 League, with São Bernardo at home and Mirassol as the visitors. The match ended in a 0-4 defeat for the hosts.
Here are the game statistics (Mirassol vs São Bernardo):
- possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corners: 1 vs 7;
- fouls: 15 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 3;
- shots on target: 9 vs 0.
🟡 Mirassol had an incredible last season. With 18 wins, 13 draws, and only 7 losses, they accumulated 67 points, securing fourth place and a direct spot in the Copa Libertadores group stage. For a newcomer, these are impressive stats, and under the guidance of Guanases, they remained unbeaten at home: 12 wins and 7 draws-a record matched only by Flamengo. Last season at "José Maria de Campos Maia," they defeated Vasco da Gama 3-2.
Match Results: Mirassol
Vasco da Gama Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Carioca League, with Boavista hosting Vasco da Gama. The match concluded with a 0-3 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Vasco da Gama vs Boavista):
- possession: 67% vs 33%;
- corners: 2 vs 3;
- fouls: 7 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
⚫ Vasco finished 14th with 13 wins, 6 draws, and 19 losses. These results placed Diniz's squad at the edge of the Copa Sudamericana zone in 14th place. The Rio-based club had a chance to qualify directly for the Copa Libertadores but failed to seize it: the "Giant of the Hill" reached the final of the Copa do Brasil, where they lost to Corinthians over two legs (1-2). Finishing 14th is an underwhelming result for such a club, so they will be aiming to climb higher in the new season.
Match Results: Vasco da Gama
Prediction for the 1st half
Trends
- Mirasol score in the first half at home in 6 of their last 7 matches (Serie A).
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 2;
- Home wins - 2, Away wins - 0, Draws - 0.
Statistics: Mirassol vs Vasco da Gama
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 4 vs 4;
- Losses: 3 vs 4;
- Draws: 3 vs 2.
- Vasco da Gama have lost 7 of their last 8 matches (Serie A).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average goals scored by home team - 2.5, away team - 1;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 3.5;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 1 time; at the home team's ground - 1 time.
- Mirassol have scored more than 1.5 goals at home in 6 of their last 7 matches (Serie A).
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 2;
- Both teams scored all-time - 1 time;
- At the home team's ground - 1 time.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the teams' form and Mirasol's home game statistics, we anticipate a high-paced match with plenty of chances in front of the visitors' goal. We predict a home victory, as Vasco struggled significantly on the road last year, suffering 12 losses in 19 away matches. Mirasol have remained unbeaten at home for almost a year, and it's unlikely that the "Giant of the Hill" will break this streak.
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