Botafogo vs Cruzeiro Predictions

Botafogo vs Cruzeiro is scheduled for kick off on 30 January, at 00:30. The game is set to take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos, with Matheus Delgado Candançan officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Botafogo and Cruzeiro. Botafogo have lost 3 Brazilian Serie A matches to Cruzeiro out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent victory against Cruzeiro, Botafogo is determined to keep their momentum going. Botafogo have won 4 of their last 9 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Cruzeiro's away record stands at 3 victories from 9 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Botafogo, Cruzeiro is determined to bounce back with a win against Botafogo.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Botafogo have scored over 1.5 goals in 85% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 85% of games. Their total stands at 34 goals and 102 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro have scored 26 goals with 97 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 85% of matches but conceded in 80% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 9 goals while Cruzeiro scored 10 goals. Their last match on 26 July 2026 ended in 1-0 to Botafogo.