Botafogo vs Santos Predictions

Botafogo vs Santos is scheduled for kick off on 22 July, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. This match is bound to be interesting with Botafogo currently holding the 12th position in the table 1 points ahead of Santos. Botafogo have won 1 Brazilian Serie A match against Santos out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent loss to Bahia, Botafogo is determined to redeem themselves. Botafogo have won 3 of their last 8 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Santos's away record stands at no victories from 8 games. Following their 3-1 triumph over Vitória, Santos have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Botafogo on their home ground.

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 94% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 94% of games. Their total stands at 31 goals and 86 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Santos have scored 26 goals with 58 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 89% of matches but conceded in 78% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 3 goals while Santos scored 2 goals. Their last match on 26 October 2025 ended in a 2-2 draw.