Botafogo vs Athletico PR Predictions

Botafogo vs Athletico PR is scheduled for kick off on 22 August, 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 8th position in the table 5 points behind Athletico PR. Botafogo have won 1 Brazilian Serie A match against Athletico PR out of the last 3 they have played. After their recent draw with Internacional, Botafogo aims to claim a win. Botafogo have won 2 of their last 6 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Athletico PR's away record stands at 1 victory from 6 games. Following their 3-1 triumph over Vitória, Athletico PR 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 92% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 92% of games. Their total stands at 24 goals and 59 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Athletico PR have scored 20 goals with 63 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 77% of matches but conceded in 77% of games.

In their last 3 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 3 goals while Athletico PR scored 5 goals. Their last match on 29 March 2026 ended in 4-1 to Athletico PR.