Botafogo vs Fluminense Predictions

Botafogo vs Fluminense is scheduled for kick off on 09 August, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Botafogo and Fluminense. Botafogo have won 3 Brazilian Serie A matches against Fluminense out of the last 5 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. Fluminense's away record stands at 2 victories from 10 games. Following a draw in their last match against Grêmio in the Brazilian Serie A, Fluminense is aiming to secure 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, Fluminense have scored 30 goals with 110 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 85% of matches but conceded in 85% of games.

In their last 5 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 4 goals while Fluminense scored 3 goals. Their last match on 12 February 2026 ended in 1-0 to Fluminense.