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 with Botafogo currently holding the 12th position in the table 1 points behind Cruzeiro. Botafogo have lost 3 Brazilian Serie A matches to Cruzeiro out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent draw with Atlético MG, Botafogo aims to claim a win. Botafogo have won 2 of their last 7 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Cruzeiro's away record stands at 2 victories from 7 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Bahia, Cruzeiro 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 93% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 93% of games. Their total stands at 26 goals and 69 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro have scored 20 goals with 71 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 87% of matches but conceded in 73% of games.

In their last 5 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 8 goals while Cruzeiro scored 10 goals. Their last match on 30 January 2026 ended in 4-0 to Botafogo.