São Paulo vs Juventude predictions, Apr 21, 2026

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In the upcoming Copa do Brasil encounter, São Paulo FC will host EC Juventude on April 21, 2026. This matchup comes as both teams look to solidify their positions in the tournament.

São Paulo FC has shown some recent resilience, securing two wins in their last five matches. Their tactical approach often emphasizes ball possession and quick transitions, which could be vital against a Juventude side struggling for form. The home team will likely leverage their attacking prowess and familiarity with the Morumbi Stadium pitch to establish an early lead.

Conversely, EC Juventude has found the going tough lately, managing just one victory in their last five outings. Their defensive setup will need to be particularly sharp to withstand São Paulo’s offensive threats. Historically, Juventude has been more effective on counterattacks, but with their current form, they may struggle to find those opportunities against a stronger São Paulo defense.

Bookmakers currently favor São Paulo with odds of 1.28 for a home win, contrasting with a hefty 9.39 for Juventude. Predictions lean towards a possible 2:0 outcome, though in cup competitions, unexpected results can and do happen. Both teams will be aiming for a strategic edge, making this an intriguing matchup to watch.

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São Paulo 72%

Draw 18.2%

Juventude 9.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

Outrights of Copa do Brasil Sao Paulo: 3.89%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.32	4.7	9.8
	1.28	5.3	9.65
	1.28	5	9.29

Latest Results

14.04.26 São Paulo FC – OHiggins – 2:0 11.04.26 EC Vitória Salvador – São Paulo FC – 2:0 07.04.26 Boston River – São Paulo FC – 0:1 04.04.26 São Paulo FC – Cruzeiro MG – 4:1 01.04.26 Internacional RS – São Paulo FC – 1:1

11.04.26 EC Juventude – Goiás EC – 2:0 08.04.26 SER Caxias do Sul – EC Juventude – 1:0 04.04.26 Fortaleza EC – EC Juventude – 2:1 31.03.26 EC Juventude – Grêmio Novorizontino – 0:0 28.03.26 EC Juventude – Grêmio Novorizontino – 0:2

Facts

First leg.

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, São Paulo won 3.

São Paulo is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Juventude is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Juventude may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, São Paulo is the obvious favorite.

In the last 12 head-to-head matches, São Paulo won 6 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 16:10. (average 1.3:0.8).

Including home matches between the teams, São Paulo won 3 matches, drew 1 match, lost 2 matches, and goals 9:6. (average 1.5:1).

Latest Head To Head

23.11.25 São Paulo FC – EC Juventude – 2:1 24.07.25 EC Juventude – São Paulo FC – 0:1 04.12.24 São Paulo FC – EC Juventude – 1:2 21.07.24 EC Juventude – São Paulo FC – 0:0 23.10.22 EC Juventude – São Paulo FC – 1:2

Standings

Copa do Brasil Outrights

1. Flamengo RJ: 5 (16.34%)

2. Palmeiras: 7 (11.67%)

3. Cruzeiro: 9 (9.08%)

4. Atletico-MG: 13 (6.29%)

5. Botafogo PB: 17 (4.81%)

6. Corinthians: 17 (4.81%)

7. Fluminense: 17 (4.81%)

8. Internacional: 17 (4.81%)

9. Santos: 19 (4.3%)

10. Vasco da Gama AC: 21 (3.89%)

11. Sao Paulo: 21 (3.89%)

12. Bahia: 21 (3.89%)

13. Bragantino: 34 (2.4%)

14. Gremio: 34 (2.4%)

15. Fortaleza: 51 (1.6%)

16. Athletico-PR: 51 (1.6%)

17. Mirassol: 51 (1.6%)

18. Ceara: 67 (1.22%)

19. Coritiba: 67 (1.22%)

20. CRB: 81 (1.01%)

21. Goias: 81 (1.01%)

22. Operario-PR: 81 (1.01%)

23. Atletico GO: 81 (1.01%)

24. EC Juventude: 81 (1.01%)

25. Athletic Club: 101 (0.81%)

26. Paysandu PA: 101 (0.81%)

27. Vitoria: 101 (0.81%)

28. Remo: 151 (0.54%)

29. Chapecoense-SC: 151 (0.54%)

30. Confianca: 251 (0.33%)

31. Barra FC: 251 (0.33%)

32. Jacuipense: 501 (0.16%)

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