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These two sides already know each other well from the Copa Sudamericana 2026 Group G, splitting the tie with one win each. Vasco took a commanding 3-0 at home, but Olimpia responded with a 3-1 win in Paraguay. That head-to-head split makes this Round of 16 clash genuinely unpredictable, and home advantage at São Januário may be the deciding factor for Pedro Emanuel’s side.
Brenner leads Vasco’s attacking threat with 2 goals in just 4 appearances, while Andrés Gómez adds both goals and creativity with 1 goal and 1 assist across 4 outings. For Olimpia, Bernardo Romeo Benitez Farina has been the standout with 1 goal and 1 assist, backed by Eduardo Delmas who also contributes a goal and an assist from midfield.
Hot stat: Olimpia Asuncion demolished Rubio Nu 5-0 in their most recent home fixture, their only convincing win across the last five matches and a result that contrasts sharply with their three defeats in that same span.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Copa Sudamericana 2026, Round of 16 |
| 🏟 Venue: | São Januário, Rio de Janeiro |
| 🗓️ Date: | 14.08.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 00:00 CEST |
Vasco vs Olimpia Asuncion Prediction
Vasco enter this match as clear favourites on home soil, and the numbers support that. Over the last 30 days they have gone 2W-4D-1L, a run that shows resilience even when they are not winning. Their draw-heavy form means they rarely capitulate, and São Januário has historically been a fortress in continental competition.
Olimpia arrive in poor shape, recording just 1 win in their last 5 matches with 3 defeats. A 0-1 loss to 2 de Mayo and a 0-2 defeat to Nacional Asuncion ahead of this fixture are concerning signs. Their 20% win rate over the last 30 days makes it hard to back them at odds of around 5.00.
We predict a Vasco win, with the most value sitting on a Vasco win and under 2.5 goals given how defensively tight both teams have been across their recent matches, combining for just 10 goals over 10 games.
Vasco commit fouls at a high rate (83 total in 5 matches) and have accumulated 13 yellow cards, suggesting they play aggressively and press hard. Olimpia, by contrast, are disciplined with only 4 yellow cards and 27 fouls, which points to a team that sits deep and tries to absorb pressure. That tactical contrast could produce a low-scoring, physical contest. Vasco’s pass accuracy is lower (82% vs 85% for Olimpia), but they generate more set-piece situations, which could be the key to breaking down Olimpia’s defensive structure.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Vasco to win to nil |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 8.5 |
Team Analysis
Vasco’s last five matches paint the picture of a side that grinds results rather than dominates. Their most recent outing ended 0-0 against Bahia, a team in decent form, before a strong 3-1 win over Fluminense RJ showed they can be clinical when the opportunities come. A 1-0 Copa Sudamericana win against Independiente Medellin before that demonstrated composure in continental competition. Brenner’s 2 goals in 4 appearances and Andrés Gómez’s 13 shots in 5 games highlight Vasco’s attacking depth even without a prolific No.9 in consistent form.
Olimpia’s recent form is a concern heading into this fixture. They lost 0-1 to 2 de Mayo in their last match, a result made worse by the fact that 2 de Mayo are ranked 738th in the world. Prior to that, a 5-0 win over Rubio Nu offered brief optimism, but they followed it with a 0-2 home defeat to Nacional Asuncion and a 0-1 loss to Libertad. The only bright spot in their recent run was a competitive 2-4 defeat to Flamengo, where they showed they can score against elite opposition. Mateo Gamarra leads the midfield with 14 interceptions and 321 passes, and Braian Romero provides a goal threat with 7 shots in 4 appearances.
Most Recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Vasco | Olimpia Asuncion |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 4 | 3 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Vasco vs Olimpia Asuncion stats page for more info.
Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Vasco the Favourite
- Moneyline Vasco 1.70 | Olimpia Asuncion 5.00
- Draw 3.65
- Over/Under Over 2.5 — | Under 2.5 —
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes — | No —
Vasco at around 1.70 reflects their 56% implied probability, which aligns with their home advantage and Olimpia’s poor recent form. The draw at 3.65 is worth noting given Vasco’s tendency to draw lately, but backing the hosts to win outright offers better value when you factor in Olimpia arriving on a three-match losing run. Olimpia at 5.00 is a long price for a team that won this exact tie 3-1 just months ago, but their current form makes it difficult to justify.
Possible Starting Lineups
Vasco Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Léo Jardim
- DF: Paulo Henrique, Carlos Cuesta, Cuiabano, Lucas Piton
- MF: Tchê Tchê, Jair, Thiago Mendes
- FW: Andrés Gómez, Brenner, Adson
Vasco line up in a 4-2-3-1 shape, with Tchê Tchê and Jair forming a disciplined double pivot. Thiago Mendes operates as the No.10 behind Brenner, bringing both goals and assists to the role. Carlos Cuesta and Cuiabano anchor the backline, with Cuiabano’s high foul count (13 in 5 games) a potential risk against a physical Olimpia side. Andrés Gómez is the man to watch, with 13 shots and 5 free kicks earned across 4 matches, making him Vasco’s most dangerous wide threat.
Olimpia Asuncion Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Gastón Olveira
- DF: Raúl Cáceres Bogado, Bryan Bentaberry, Juan Vera, Gustavo Vargas Areco
- MF: Mateo Gamarra, Juan Fernando Alfaro, Alan Rodríguez, Bernardo Romeo Benitez Farina
- FW: Eduardo Delmas, Braian Romero
Olimpia set up in a 4-2-3-1, with Mateo Gamarra as the defensive anchor, leading the squad in interceptions (14) and passing volume (321 passes). Bernardo Benitez Farina and Eduardo Delmas are the primary creative and goal threats from midfield, both contributing goals and assists recently. Braian Romero leads the line with 7 shots in 4 games. Gastón Olveira in goal has 8 saves to his name across 4 matches and will need to be sharp if Vasco’s set-piece threat materialises.
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Vasco. Source: Official Website
TipsGG Match Prediction
Vasco are the right side to back here. They hold the home advantage at São Januário, they beat Olimpia 3-0 in this same stadium earlier in the Copa Sudamericana group stage, and Olimpia arrive carrying four losses in their last five matches. Vasco’s disciplined defensive record, combined with Olimpia’s inability to score in three of their last four away-type fixtures, points toward a tight Vasco win.
We predict a 1-0 or 2-0 Vasco win, with the best value plays being Vasco to win, under 2.5 goals, and Vasco to win to nil. Olimpia’s low foul count and disciplined shape will make them hard to break down, but their attacking output has been minimal against quality opposition, and Brenner or Andrés Gómez should find the decisive moment.
