Analysis The numbers behind the result
Vasco's dominance in xG and shots fails to yield victory
The 1-1 draw slightly flatters Mirassol, with Vasco da Gama's superior xG (1.83 vs 0.77) and shot volume (20 total shots, 4 on target) suggesting they should have won. Mirassol's early goal from Igor Formiga (30') against the run of play — their only shot on target in the first half — gave them a platform to defend, but Vasco's persistence eventually told through Andrés Gómez's equaliser (80').
Vasco's 58% possession translated into territorial dominance (16 shots inside the box vs Mirassol's 5) and set-piece opportunities (9 corners to 3), but their wastefulness in front of goal (only 4 shots on target from 20 attempts) proved costly. Mirassol's compact defensive shape limited clear chances despite Vasco's pressure, with both goalkeepers making crucial saves (3 each). The decisive stat? Vasco's 10 blocked shots — a testament to Mirassol's last-ditch defending and Vasco's inability to create cleaner openings.