Brazil Serie A: Internacional – Sao Paulo 04/08/2025

Asian handicap betting

It’s a fact that Internacional is not having the season their squad quality suggests. For various reasons, their performance has been far below expectations. Many thought the team would improve after the league break, and indeed, they managed a three-game winning streak in the league. However, their actual performances in those matches weren’t impressive — all wins came by a single goal, and all against teams outside the top 8.

Despite the boost in confidence, things have since cooled down. They followed up with a home draw against Vasco, needing a stoppage-time equalizer while playing against 10 men. Then, midweek in the Copa do Brasil, they lost 2-1 at home to out-of-form Fluminense.

Sao Paulo is in its best form since the start of the season. They also come in with three consecutive league wins and a midweek cup victory. On the field, their performances are much more convincing, and they rested key players midweek to have them fresh for this league match.

Both teams have upcoming Copa do Brasil second legs, a competition that remains a priority for both sides. That adds some uncertainty to this league fixture. Still, based on current form and what we’ve seen recently, there’s no justification for Internacional being a clear favorite.

Given the circumstances, backing Sao Paulo to avoid defeat looks like the smart play.