Serie A
São Paulo vs Athletico-PR
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 - 01:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo
São Paulo vs Athletico-PR Prediction & Stats - Serie A 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. São Paulo vs Athletico-PR carries real history into this round of the Serie A.
The two sides meet on 23/07 (Thursday) at Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo, 01:30 (UK time).
Read the São Paulo vs Athletico-PR prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on São Paulo vs Athletico-PR
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the São Paulo vs Athletico-PR call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
São Paulo Win
Last updated on 21-07-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes São Paulo the side to beat, with roughly 46% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Serie A odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
São Paulo Preview
São Paulo reach this fixture 18 match into their Serie A. Here is where São Paulo Futebol Clube stand:
In this competition
7 won, 4 drawn, 7 lost
1.39 points per game
23 scored, at 1.28 a game
20 conceded, at 1.11 a game
São Paulo Futebol Clube, season-wide
11 won, 7 drawn, 8 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Luciano da Rocha Neves, 6 goals
Most assists: Wendell Nascimento Borges, 3 assists
Recent results — São Paulo
31/05/2026 19:30
26/05/2026 18:00
23/05/2026 16:00
19/05/2026 20:30
16/05/2026 18:00
Athletico-PR: how they are travelling
Athletico-PR come in 18 matches into their Serie A.
Here is what Athletico Paranaense have produced:
In this competition
9 won, 3 drawn, 6 lost
1.67 points per game
24 scored, at 1.33 a game
18 conceded, at 1 a game
Athletico Paranaense, season-wide
9 won, 5 drawn, 6 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Kevin Stiven Viveros Rodallega, 11 goals
Most assists: Gastón Américo Benavídez, 5 assists
Recent results — Athletico Paranaense
30/05/2026 15:00
24/05/2026 15:00
17/05/2026 18:30
14/05/2026 18:00
10/05/2026 19:30
The head-to-head favours São Paulo
Recent meetings have tended to go São Paulo's way against Athletico-PR.
From 28 match(es):
São Paulo: 12 win(s)
Athletico-PR: 9 win(s)
Drawn: 7
It is a pattern worth weighing in the São Paulo vs Athletico-PR prediction.
Form comparison São Paulo vs Athletico-PR
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
São Paulo
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
L
L
D
|
1.39 |
| Home |
D
D
W
W
L
|
2.13 |
| Away |
L
L
L
L
L
|
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 63% | 20% |
| Goals | 2.39 | 2.5 | 2.3 |
| Scored | 1.28 | 1.75 | 0.9 |
| Conceded | 1.11 | 0.75 | 1.4 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 50% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 22% | 38% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 22% | 13% | 30% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.35 | 1.49 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 1.27 | 1.32 |
Away Team
Athletico-PR
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
D
L
D
|
1.67 |
| Home |
W
D
D
W
W
|
2.3 |
| Away |
W
L
L
L
L
|
0.88 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 70% | 25% |
| Goals | 2.33 | 2.3 | 2.38 |
| Scored | 1.33 | 1.7 | 0.88 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0.6 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 28% | 40% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 28% | 20% | 38% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.39 | 1.51 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
1.14 | 0.89 | 1.47 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
After analyzing São Paulo vs Athletico-PR, we expect a high-scoring match, making over 2.5 goals the best betting option. This means the match needs at least three goals for the bet to win.
Both teams have been in strong form, so this match has all the ingredients for a high-scoring result.
👉 Prediction: Athletico-PR win or Draw
Despite being the away side, we don’t expect Athletico-PR to lose this match. Our recommended bet is Athletico-PR to win or draw in the Double Chance market, ensuring a payout as long as they don’t lose.
Athletico-PR has its weaknesses, but São Paulo has been vulnerable, and home advantage might not be enough to keep them from losing.
Fixture information - São Paulo vs Athletico-PR
Match: São Paulo vs Athletico-PR
Competition: Serie A
Date: Thursday, 23/07/2026
Kick-off: 01:30 (UK time)
Venue: Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo
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Stats
The statistics for Sao Paulo FC vs Atlético PR that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.44
League: 2.65
Both Teams to Score
50%
League: 57%
Over 1.5+
69%
League: 77%
Over 2.5+
44%
League: 50%
Cards
4.63
League: 5.08
Corners
12
League: 10
Home Team
São Paulo
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
L
L
D
|
1.39 |
| Home |
D
D
W
W
L
|
2.13 |
| Away |
L
L
L
L
L
|
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 39% | 63% | 20% |
| Goals | 2.39 | 2.5 | 2.3 |
| Scored | 1.28 | 1.75 | 0.9 |
| Conceded | 1.11 | 0.75 | 1.4 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 50% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 22% | 38% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 22% | 13% | 30% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.35 | 1.49 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 1.27 | 1.32 |
Away Team
Athletico-PR
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
D
L
D
|
1.67 |
| Home |
W
D
D
W
W
|
2.3 |
| Away |
W
L
L
L
L
|
0.88 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 70% | 25% |
| Goals | 2.33 | 2.3 | 2.38 |
| Scored | 1.33 | 1.7 | 0.88 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0.6 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 28% | 40% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 28% | 20% | 38% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.39 | 1.51 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
1.14 | 0.89 | 1.47 |
Corners
11.17 / Match
+16% Corners / Match
São Paulo received +16% more corners than Athletico-PR in the Serie A
9.67 / Match
Remo
(7)
Botafogo
(4)
Fluminense
(5)
Corinthians
(7)
Bahia
(14)
Mirassol
(12)
Vasco da Gama
(5)(6)
Mirassol
(10)
Remo
(9)
Flamengo
(3)
Vasco da Gama
(7)
Grêmio
(4)
Vitória
(3)
Palmeiras
Cards
2.44 / Match
+0% Cards / Match
Both Teams are equal in terms of cards
2.44 / Match
Remo
(2)
Botafogo
(4)
Fluminense
(4)
Corinthians
(4)
Bahia
(4)
Mirassol
(1)
Vasco da Gama
(2)(2)
Mirassol
(4)
Remo
(2)
Flamengo
(1)
Vasco da Gama
(2)
Grêmio
(6)
Vitória
(4)
Palmeiras
Goals Scored
1.28 / Match
+4%
Athletico-PR is +4% better in terms of goals scored
1.33 / Match
Remo
(0)
Botafogo
(1)
Fluminense
(1)
Corinthians
(2)
Bahia
(2)
Mirassol
(1)
Vasco da Gama
(1)(1)
Mirassol
(2)
Remo
(1)
Flamengo
(0)
Vasco da Gama
(0)
Grêmio
(3)
Vitória
(0)
Palmeiras
Goals Conceded
1.11 / Match
+10%
São Paulo condeded +10% more goals than Athletico-PR
1 / Match
Remo
(1)
Botafogo
(1)
Fluminense
(2)
Corinthians
(3)
Bahia
(2)
Mirassol
(0)
Vasco da Gama
(2)(0)
Mirassol
(1)
Remo
(1)
Flamengo
(1)
Vasco da Gama
(0)
Grêmio
(1)
Vitória
(1)
Palmeiras
Serie A Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Palmeiras
|
18 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 30 | 13 | 17 | 41 | 2.28 |
| 2 |
Flamengo
|
17 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 31 | 16 | 15 | 34 | 2 |
| 3 |
Fluminense
|
19 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 29 | 24 | 5 | 32 | 1.68 |
| 4 |
Athletico-PR
|
18 | 9 | 3 | 6 | 24 | 18 | 6 | 30 | 1.67 |
| 5 |
RB Bragantino
|
19 | 9 | 3 | 7 | 26 | 20 | 6 | 30 | 1.58 |
| 6 |
Bahia
|
18 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 27 | 23 | 4 | 29 | 1.61 |
| 7 |
Coritiba
|
18 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 24 | 24 | 0 | 26 | 1.44 |
| 8 |
São Paulo
|
18 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 23 | 20 | 3 | 25 | 1.39 |
| 9 |
Botafogo
|
18 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 33 | 32 | 1 | 25 | 1.39 |
| 10 |
Vitória
|
18 | 7 | 4 | 7 | 22 | 25 | -3 | 25 | 1.39 |
| 11 |
Corinthians
|
18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 18 | 19 | -1 | 24 | 1.33 |
| 12 |
Atlético MG
|
18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 22 | 23 | -1 | 24 | 1.33 |
| 13 |
Cruzeiro
|
18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 24 | 28 | -4 | 24 | 1.33 |
| 14 |
Internacional
|
18 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 21 | 22 | -1 | 21 | 1.17 |
| 15 |
Grêmio
|
19 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 21 | 25 | -4 | 21 | 1.11 |
| 16 |
Santos
|
19 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 27 | 31 | -4 | 21 | 1.11 |
| 17 |
Vasco da Gama
|
19 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 22 | 30 | -8 | 20 | 1.05 |
| 18 |
Mirassol
|
18 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 20 | 25 | -5 | 19 | 1.06 |
| 19 |
Remo
|
18 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 21 | 29 | -8 | 18 | 1 |
| 20 |
Chapecoense
|
18 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 17 | 35 | -18 | 9 | 0.5 |
Odds
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