Cruzeiro vs Botafogo Predictions

Cruzeiro vs Botafogo is scheduled for kick off on 26 July, at 19:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto, with Davi de Oliveira Lacerda officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Cruzeiro and Botafogo. Cruzeiro have won 3 Brazilian Serie A matches against Botafogo out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent victory against Internacional, Cruzeiro is determined to keep their momentum going. Cruzeiro have won 4 of their last 10 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. Botafogo's away record stands at 3 victories from 10 games. Following a draw in their last match against Vitória in the Brazilian Serie A, Botafogo is aiming to secure a win against Cruzeiro.

Who will win Cruzeiro vs Botafogo?

Betfair's odds predict a win for Cruzeiro with odds at 8/11. In comparison, the prediction for a draw stands at 11/4. Meanwhile, Botafogo is predicted to more likely lose, with their odds of winning at 10/3. Explore your betting options on Cruzeiro vs Botafogo Odds.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Cruzeiro have scored over 1.5 goals in 89% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 79% of games. Their total stands at 26 goals and 91 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Botafogo have scored 33 goals with 98 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 89% of matches but conceded in 89% of games.

In their last 5 head-to-head clashes, Cruzeiro scored 10 goals while Botafogo scored 8 goals. Their last match on 30 January 2026 ended in 4-0 to Botafogo. With such history and current form, don't miss the chance to explore the goal betting options for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo at Betfair.