Brazil
Serie ARound 20
Cruzeiro vs Botafogo Prediction & Betting Tips
Our prediction: Draw (45%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
CruzeiroDrawBotafogo
Match Result
Cruzeiro
45%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
56%
Both Teams Score
Yes
64%
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
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Expert Analysis
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Match Facts
CruzeiroCruzeiro have scored in each of their last 10 matches
Cruzeiro concede 38% of goals after the 75th minute (3 goals)
BotafogoKey Statistics
97Draws
2
2.28Avg Goals
33%BTTS
39%Over 2.5
30 Jan 2026Botafogo4-0Cruzeiro
4 Dec 2025Cruzeiro2-2Botafogo
3 Aug 2025Botafogo0-2Cruzeiro
28 Jul 2024Botafogo0-3Cruzeiro
14 Apr 2024Cruzeiro3-2Botafogo
Frequently Asked Questions
Cruzeiro vs Botafogo: who is predicted to win?
Our model predicts Cruzeiro with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Will both teams score in Cruzeiro vs Botafogo?
Both teams to score: Yes (64% confidence).
Is the double chance 1X a good bet for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo?
Our double chance pick is 1X with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
How many goals will Cruzeiro vs Botafogo have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (56% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
When and where is Cruzeiro vs Botafogo played?
Cruzeiro vs Botafogo takes place on 26 Jul 2026.
Additional Information
CruzeiroTop Scorers
Matheus PereiraMidfielder
1Goals
Top Assists
L. RomeroMidfielder
1Assists
Cards
Matheus PereiraMidfielder
10
Fabrício BrunoDefender
10
KaikiDefender
10
Lucas SilvaMidfielder
10
KenjiAttacker
10
BotafogoTop Scorers
S. RodríguezMidfielder
1Goals
Caio ValleMidfielder
1Goals
Kauan ToledoMidfielder
1Goals
Alex TellesMidfielder
1Goals
Álvaro MontoroAttacker
1Goals
Top Assists
S. RodríguezMidfielder
1Assists
Arthur IzaqueAttacker
1Assists
Cards
Álvaro MontoroAttacker
20
G. JustinoDefender
20
S. RodríguezMidfielder
10
Caio ValleMidfielder
10
Kauan ToledoMidfielder
10
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
CruzeiroDDWWD
10Played
5Wins
4Draws
1Losses
| Points/Game | 1.9 |
| Win % | 50% |
| Goals/Game | 2.2 |
| Scored Avg | 1.4 |
| Conceded Avg | 0.8 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
31 MayDvs Fluminense1-1
29 MayWvs Barcelona SC4-0
24 MayWvs Chapecoense-sc2-1
20 MayDat Boca Juniors1-1
17 MayDat Palmeiras1-1
BotafogoDLWDL
10Played
3Wins
4Draws
3Losses
| Points/Game | 1.3 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 3 |
| Scored Avg | 1.6 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.4 |
| BTTS | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
30 MayLat Bahia1-2
23 MayDat Sao Paulo1-1
17 MayWvs Corinthians3-1
14 MayLat Chapecoense-sc0-2
10 MayDat Atletico-MG1-1
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 18 |
| Average Goals | 2.28 |
| BTTS | 33% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 39% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 61% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Cruzeiro | 25 | 1.39 per game |
| Botafogo | 16 | 0.89 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Cruzeiro | 10 (56%) |
| Botafogo | 6 (33%) |
30 Jan 2026Serie ABotafogo4-0Cruzeiro
4 Dec 2025Serie ACruzeiro2-2Botafogo
3 Aug 2025Serie ABotafogo0-2Cruzeiro
28 Jul 2024Serie ABotafogo0-3Cruzeiro
14 Apr 2024Serie ACruzeiro3-2Botafogo
3 Dec 2023Serie ABotafogo0-0Cruzeiro
6 Aug 2023Serie ACruzeiro0-0Botafogo
1 Nov 2019Serie ABotafogo0-2Cruzeiro
14 Jul 2019Serie ACruzeiro0-0Botafogo
5 Sept 2018Serie ABotafogo1-1Cruzeiro
6 May 2018Serie ACruzeiro1-0Botafogo
3 Dec 2017Serie ABotafogo2-2Cruzeiro
6 Aug 2017Serie ACruzeiro0-0Botafogo
22 Sept 2016Copa Do BrasilCruzeiro1-0Botafogo
11 Sept 2016Serie ACruzeiro0-2Botafogo
1 Sept 2016Copa Do BrasilBotafogo2-5Cruzeiro
2 Jun 2016Serie ABotafogo0-1Cruzeiro
2 Nov 2014Serie ACruzeiro2-1Botafogo
Cruzeiro — Upcoming Predictions
Botafogo — Upcoming Predictions
Serie A — Predictions
BotafogoVS
SantosBTTS
BTTS Yes
55%
VitoriaVS
Vasco DA GamaO/U
Under 2.5
54%
BahiaVS
Chapecoense-sc1X2
Home
67%
FluminenseVS
RB BragantinoO/U
Under 2.5
54%
MirassolVS
GremioO/U
Under 2.5
55%
Atletico-MGVS
BahiaBTTS
BTTS Yes
54%
CoritibaVS
PalmeirasAH
Away -0.25
75%
Chapecoense-scVS
FlamengoAH
Away -0.50
88%
InternacionalVS
CruzeiroO/U
Under 2.5
54%
Sao PauloVS
Atletico ParanaenseO/U
Under 2.5
56%