São Paulo FC vs Goiás EC, Serie A 2023 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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São Paulo FC vs Goiás EC — Serie A .
- São Paulo FC 27 games · 36 pts (2026/26)
- Goiás EC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CR Flamengo | 28 | 60 |
| 2 | SE Palmeiras | 28 | 57 |
| 3 | CA Paranaense | 28 | 49 |
| 4 | Fluminense FC | 28 | 48 |
| 5 | EC Bahia | 28 | 46 |
| 6 | Cruzeiro EC | 28 | 45 |
| 7 | CA Mineiro | 27 | 40 |
| 8 | Santos FC | 27 | 38 |
| 9 | Coritiba FBC | 28 | 38 |
| 10 | RB Bragantino | 27 | 36 |
| 11 | São Paulo FC | 27 | 36 |
| 12 | Botafogo FR | 28 | 35 |
| 13 | EC Vitoria | 28 | 33 |
| 14 | SC Corinthians Paulista | 28 | 32 |
| 15 | Mirassol FC | 28 | 32 |
| 16 | CR Vasco da Gama | 27 | 31 |
| 17 | Gremio FBPA | 28 | 29 |
| 18 | SC Internacional | 28 | 28 |
| 19 | Clube do Remo | 28 | 23 |
| 20 | Chapecoense AF | 27 | 18 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 May | Goiás EC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 20 May | CR Vasco da Gama | H | 4–2 | W |
| 14 May | SC Corinthians Paulista | A | 1–1 | D |
| 11 May | Fortaleza EC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 07 May | SC Internacional | H | 2–0 | W |
| 29 Apr | Coritiba FBC | A | 1–1 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 May | São Paulo FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 20 May | EC Bahia | A | 1–1 | D |
| 14 May | Botafogo FR | H | 2–1 | W |
| 10 May | CR Flamengo | A | 0–2 | L |
| 07 May | SE Palmeiras | H | 0–5 | L |
| 30 Apr | SC Internacional | A | 0–1 | L |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (8 games)
H2H (8 games)
75%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
26%
Clean Sheets
São Paulo FC this season
São Paulo FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
São Paulo FC
0-15
5/–
16-30
3/4
31-45
4/3
46-60
–/9
61-75
5/2
76+
4/6
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
São Paulo FC
| Luciano | 8 G | 1 A |
| Jonathan Calleri | 8 G | 1 A |
| Ferreira | 4 G | |
| Artur Guimaraes | 3 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' Here we go! The referee blows the whistle and Sao Paulo FC launch into their encounter with Goias EC.
- 5' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 10' Goias EC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 15' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Gabriel Novaes made 336 appearances and scored 5 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 20' The home supporters are growing impatient. Sao Paulo FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 23' Diego Mendivil has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 23.
- 24' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Diego Mendivil on 24 minutes.
- 29' The deadlock is broken! Maguinho gets on the scoresheet on 29 minutes.
- 34' It looks surprising Sao Paulo FC does not make any changes. Lucas Halter has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 39' The 41-year-old Rafinha has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 44' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 45' The referee calls foul for Lucas Halter. He receives a Yellow card.
- 50' Jonathan Calleri, a Argentina , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 55' The Goias EC manager makes a substitution. Diego Mendivil departs to be replaced by Fellipe Bastos.
- 57' The Brazil Pablo Maia breaks the deadlock on 57 minutes. 1-1!
- 62' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 67' Over 67 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 68' Goias EC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Hugo Farias is hanging Sander on the field on 68 minute.
- 72' The crowd applauds Gabriel Neves as he leaves the pitch. Michel Araujo steps in for Sao Paulo FC.
- 77' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 78' It’s a booking for Sao Paulo FC player. Alan Franco gets a Yellow card.
- 83' Against the run of play, Marcos Paulo has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 85' Another change for Sao Paulo FC made on 85 minute. Alisson leaves to be changed by David.
- 86' Gabriel Novaes is ready to make an impact after coming on for Matheus Peixoto at the 86 minute mark.
- 87' The crowd applauds Marcos Paulo as he leaves the pitch. Rodrigo Huendra steps in for Sao Paulo FC.
- 90' Diego is replacing Rafinha for the Sao Paulo FC side.
- 90' That is a Yellow card for Goias EC. Bruno Santos will be fuming at that decision.
- Time to leave. No sensation happened. Another win for Sao Paulo FC players.
Lineups
São Paulo FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 23
- 7
- 38
- 13
- 9
- 28
- 32
- 10
- 29
- 35
- 20
Bench
- 31
- 21
- 4
- 36
- 15
- 27
- 8
- 22
- 45
- 50
- 18
- 34
Coach
Dorival Junior
Goiás EC Lineups
Starting XI
-
6
Sander ↓ Hugo Farias 68'
- 17
- 13
- 2
- 3
- 19
- 23
-
10
Julian Palacios ↓ Apodi 68'
- 12
- 27
-
20
Diego Mendivil ↓ Fellipe Bastos 55'
Bench
-
8
Fellipe Bastos ↑ 55'
-
22
Apodi ↑ 68'
-
11
Diego Goncalves ↑ 68'
- 88
- 43
-
99
Gabriel Novaes ↑ 86'
- 14
-
66
Hugo Farias ↑ 68'
- 4
- 25
- 18
- 95
Coach
Emerson Avila
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Dada Belmonte | 2 |
| Leandro Barcia | 2 |
| Giuliano Galoppo | 2 |
| Brenner | 2 |
| Igor Gomes | 2 |
| Jonathan Calleri | 2 |
| Maguinho | 1 |
| Rodrigo Nestor | 1 |
Head to Head
São Paulo FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.89
São Paulo FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.01
Goiás EC xG
I would bet for:
São Paulo FC to win 60%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: São Paulo FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.9
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 2.5 | 55% |
|
45% |
| ± 3.5 | 33% |
|
67% |
| ± 4.5 | 17% |
|
83% |
Double Chance
São Paulo FC or Draw
82%
Draw or Goiás EC
40%
São Paulo FC or Goiás EC
77%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Goiás EC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.3%
1 – 0
9.7%
2 – 0
9.7%
2 – 1
Actual
0 – 0
7.3%
3 – 1
6%
3 – 0
6%
1 – 2
5.1%
2 – 2
4.8%
0 – 1
4.7%
3 – 2
3.1%
4 – 1
2.9%
Asian Handicap — São Paulo FC
| Handicap | São Paulo FC covers | Push | Goiás EC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 16% | — | 84% |
| -2 | 16% | 18% | 66% |
| -1.5 | 34% | — | 66% |
| -1 | 34% | 23% | 43% |
| -0.5 | 57% | — | 43% |
| +0.5 | 81% | — | 19% |
| +1 | 81% | 12% | 7% |
| +1.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
| +2 | 93% | 5% | 2% |
| +2.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
Clean Sheet
São Paulo FC keeps clean sheet
37%
✓
Goiás EC keeps clean sheet
16%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

