Vasco da Gama vs Atlético Goianiense Prediction: Only victory matters for Vasco

Vasco da Gama has lost four straight games and is slipping into the danger zone of the table. After this losing streak, the Cruzmaltino board terminated the contract of coach Rafael Paiva. Felipe will take charge of the squad for the final three matches. Several sides are in a worse position, but the Cariocas must win the upcoming game to stay safe. 

Vasco da Gama

The Giant traveled to São Paulo to face Corinthians but had a disastrous start to the game. After 24 minutes, Vasco was already 3-0 down, and the winner was virtually decided. The Cruzmaltino reduced the deficit through Puma Rodríguez in the 76th minute, but it was already too difficult to reverse the result. Vasco is in 11th place on 43, five points above the relegation zone, with three rounds to go. Curiously, the Rio club is also five points behind seventh place, which grants qualification for the Copa Libertadores. For any objective, the best thing is to win the next game.

Atlético Goianiense

Atlético is already relegated and will play to honor its symbol. That's what happened in the last round against Palmeiras. In Goiânia, the champion had to suffer to beat the last-placed team. The Goianos fought hard, and Palmeiras only won 1-0 with a goal from Raphael Veiga after 20 minutes. Atlético had 55% possession but failed to score, showing again its weaknesses in attack.

Expert Betting Tips

Vasco is going through a bad patch and has sacked coach Rafael Paiva, who couldn't resist four consecutive defeats. Felipe has taken charge of the team until the end of the season and hopes to make his debut with a win against Atlético Goianiense, bottom of the table and already relegated. The Cariocas still dream of qualifying for the Copa Libertadores, but at the same time, they're not safe from relegation, as they're only five points above the Z4. I'm backing Vasco to win with a maximum of five goals scored to increase the odds.