Vasco have the worst goal average of 2026 among Série A sides | OneFootball

The presence of Vasco in the relegation zone of the Brasileirão is not a matter of chance, but a direct consequence of a structural failure in offensive performance. A survey reveals that the Cruz-Maltino holds the worst offensive record of the year among all 20 members of the national elite. In total, the team has scored only 12 goals in 10 matches played in the 2026 season, registering a paltry average of 1.20 goals per game.

This difficulty in converting opportunities into goals puts Vasco at the bottom of the effectiveness ranking, even behind teams that are also experiencing unstable moments, such as Vitória (average of 1.30) and Corinthians (1.36). In the specific context of the Brazilian Championship, the team shares the position of worst attack with Bragantino and Internacional, having found the back of the net only twice in three rounds.

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Illusory volume: 117 shots for 4 goals

The problem is not necessarily a lack of creation, but rather finishing. The team led by Fernando Diniz produces volume, but fails at the decisive moment. In the last five matches — a period that includes a loss to Bahia and draws against Madureira, Chapecoense, and Volta Redonda — the Gigante da Colina took an impressive 117 shots. Out of this absurd number of attempts, only four resulted in goals.

Vasco averages 14 shots per goal

The “Gato Mestre” statistic from the ge portal exposes the vulnerability of the offensive system: Vasco needs, on average, 14 shots to convert a single clear chance into a goal. This inefficiency almost cost them qualification in the Carioca semifinal against Voltaço and is pointed to as the main reason the team has not won four of its last five matches.

Now, the coaching staff has about a week to sharpen their aim before the decisive clash against Fluminense.

Spinelli is the new hope for goals at Colina – Photo: Reproduction

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