SAO PAULO vs CORINTHIANS: A CLASH TO REMEMBER
The highly anticipated Derby Paulistano between Sao Paulo and Corinthians is finally here. This intense rivalry, known as “Choque-rei” in Portuguese, promises to be a thrilling encounter on the 20th of July 2025 at 00:00 SAST. Both teams have a rich history and a strong fan base, making this match a must-watch for football enthusiasts in South Africa and beyond.
Sao Paulo
Corinthians
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 87.50% | (2-0) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 87.10% | (2-0) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 84.50% | (2-0) | |
| Over 4.5 Cards | 76.60% | (2-0) | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 69.10% | (2-0) 1.65 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 68.40% | (2-0) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 68.00% | (2-0) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 61.00% | (2-0) 1.36 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 59.90% | (2-0) 2-0 1H 1.66 | |
| Sum of Goals 2 or 3 | 58.00% | (2-0) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 54.60% | (2-0) | |
| Over 5.5 Cards | 55.40% | (2-0) | |
| Yellow Cards | 4.72% | (2-0) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.10% | (2-0) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.78% | (2-0) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.51% | (2-0) |
Betting Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half (87.80): This prediction suggests that both teams may struggle to break the deadlock in the opening 45 minutes. Sao Paulo and Corinthians have shown defensively solid performances, which could lead to a goalless first half.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half (85.90): Similar to the first half, this prediction indicates that both teams might also struggle to score in the second half. This could be due to the strong defenses that both teams are known for.
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half (87.80): This prediction is in line with the first one, indicating that Sao Paulo might struggle to score in the first half against Corinthians’ defense.
- Over 4.5 Cards (77.90): Given the intensity of this derby, it’s not surprising to see a high probability of over 4.5 cards. Both teams are known for their physical play, and the referee will have their work cut out keeping things under control.
- Over 1.5 Goals (69.10): Despite the defensive predictions, there’s still a good chance of over 1.5 goals in this match. Both teams have potent attacks and should be able to find the back of the net at least once or twice.
- Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half (71.40): Corinthians might also struggle to score in the second half, indicating that Sao Paulo’s defense could have a strong showing in the latter part of the match.
- Under 2.5 Goals (64.50): This prediction suggests that the match might be a low-scoring affair, with less than 2.5 goals expected. This is likely due to the strong defenses of both teams.
- Over 0.5 Goals HT (55.70): There’s a slight chance of over 0.5 goals in the first half, indicating that one of the teams might find the back of the net before halftime.
- Sum of Goals 2 or 3 (54.50): If goals are scored, they are likely to be around 2 or 3 for the entire match.
- Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half (57.70): Sao Paulo might also struggle to score in the second half, which could lead to a goalless second half if Corinthians also fails to score.
- Over 5.5 Cards (54.50): With the physical nature of this derby, there’s a chance of over 5.5 cards being shown by the referee.
- Yellow Cards (4.82): Given the intensity of the match, expect an average of around 5 yellow cards to be shown.
Expert Predictions
The average total goals scored in this fixture is around 2.80 per match, with the average conceded goals slightly lower at 1.58 and the average goals scored at 2.21. These statistics suggest that while goals are likely, both teams are also strong defensively.
Considering these statistics and predictions, it’s advisable to bet on a low-scoring match, with both teams struggling to find the back of the net at least in the first half. The important thing is that neither team will take a step back, and they will try their best to win this game.
Moreover, given the physical nature of this derby, there’s a good chance of seeing several yellow cards throughout the match.
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