Fluminense vs Botafogo Predictions

Fluminense vs Botafogo is scheduled for kick off on 12 February, at 22:30. The game is set to take place at Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho (Maracanã), with Rafael Rodrigo Klein officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Fluminense and Botafogo. Fluminense have lost 3 Brazilian Serie A matches to Botafogo out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent draw with Grêmio, Fluminense aims to claim a win. Fluminense have won 7 of their last 10 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho (Maracanã). Botafogo's away record stands at 4 victories from 11 games. Following their 1-0 triumph over Cruzeiro, Botafogo have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Fluminense on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Fluminense 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 30 goals and 110 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Botafogo have scored 34 goals with 102 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, Fluminense scored 3 goals while Botafogo scored 4 goals. Their last match on 12 February 2026 ended in 1-0 to Fluminense.