Match report
Sao Paulo Defeats Vasco DA Gama 2-0 in Serie A Clash
Vasco DA Gama
0–2
FT
Sao Paulo
Nov 2, 2025
Sao Paulo dominated Vasco DA Gama in a decisive Serie A encounter, securing a clean sheet and crucial points with a 2-0 victory. The match featured key defensive plays from R. Arboleda and goalscoring contributions by Lucas Moura and Luiz Gustavo.
Key Facts
- • Sao Paulo secured the win against Vasco DA Gama with a 2-0 final scoreline.
- • Lucas Moura scored from the penalty spot in the first half.
- • Luiz Gustavo added another goal in the second half, sealing Sao Paulo's victory.
- • Vasco DA Gama had two yellow cards and made multiple substitutions throughout the game.
Lineups
Vasco DA Gama
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Leo Jardim (G)
- 96 Paulo Henrique (D)
- 46 C. Cuesta (D)
- 30 Robert Renan (D)
- 6 Lucas Piton (D)
- 88 Cauan Barros (M)
- 3 Tche Tche (M)
- 11 C. A. Gomez (M)
- 10 Coutinho (M)
- 17 N. Moreira (M)
- 77 Rayan (F)
Substitutes
- 13 Daniel Fuzato
- 29 Lucas Oliveira
- 43 Lucas Freitas
- 2 J. Rodriguez
- 12 Victor Luis
- 85 Mateus Carvalho
- 25 Hugo Moura
- 23 Thiago Mendes
- 9 Matheus Franca
- 7 David
- 19 GB
- 99 P. Vegetti
Sao Paulo
Formation: 3-4-1-2
Starting XI
- 23 Rafael (G)
- 28 A. Franco (D)
- 5 Robert Arboleda (D)
- 35 Sabino (D)
- 22 Mailton (M)
- 29 Pablo Maia (M)
- 20 Marcos Antonio (M)
- 13 E. Diaz (M)
- 21 D. Bobadilla (F)
- 14 G. Tapia (F)
- 7 Lucas Moura (F)
Substitutes
- 50 Young
- 2 R. Toloi
- 11 Ferreira
- 16 Luiz Gustavo
- 25 Alisson
- 32 N. Ferraresi
- 36 Patryck
- 39 Paulinho
- 43 Felipe Negrucci
- 45 Lucca Marques
- 46 Pedro Ferreira
- 77 E. Rigoni
Timeline
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45'+4 Sao Paulo Var · Penalty confirmedR. Arboleda
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45'+5 Vasco DA Gama Card · Yellow CardPaulo Henrique
Foul
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45' Sao Paulo Goal · PenaltyLucas Moura
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47' Vasco DA Gama Card · Yellow CardN. Moreira
Foul
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58' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 1Off: Cauan Barros · On: Matheus França
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58' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Moreira · On: P. Vegetti
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66' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 1Off: G. Tapia · On: Ferreira
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66' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 2Off: Lucas Moura · On: E. Rigoni
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72' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardA. Franco
Foul
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73' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 3Off: D. Bobadilla · On: Luiz Gustavo
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73' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 4Off: Marcos Antonio · On: Alisson
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75' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardE. Diaz
Foul
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76' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 3Off: Tchê Tchê · On: GB
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83' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 4Off: Coutinho · On: Mateus Cocão
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83' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 5Off: Mailton · On: N. Ferraresi
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87' Sao Paulo Goal · Normal GoalLuiz Gustavo · Assist: Ferreira
Match Stats
| Stat | Vasco DA Gama | Sao Paulo |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 92% | 81% |
| Offsides | 0 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 24 | 11 |
| Corners | 6 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 565 | 361 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 10 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 6 |
| xG | 1.83 | 1.91 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 4 |
| Possession | 62% | 38% |
| Goals Prevented | 1 | 1 |
| Accurate Passes | 522 | 293 |
| Shots Inside Box | 11 | 6 |
| Saves | 4 | 8 |
| Shots Outside Box | 13 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The confirmation of a penalty to Sao Paulo at halftime was a turning point in favor of their momentum. Lucas Moura capitalized on this opportunity, scoring from the spot.
- ▸ Luiz Gustavo's goal in the second half provided the finishing touch to the game, ensuring that Sao Paulo maintained control and secured their victory.