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 with Fluminense currently holding the 3rd position in the table 7 points ahead of Botafogo. Fluminense have lost 3 Brazilian Serie A matches to Botafogo out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent victory against Santos, Fluminense is determined to keep their momentum going. Fluminense have won 5 of their last 6 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho (Maracanã). Botafogo's away record stands at 3 victories from 7 games. Following their 4-1 triumph over Chapecoense, 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 83% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 75% of games. Their total stands at 21 goals and 71 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Botafogo have scored 22 goals with 52 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 91% of matches but conceded in 91% 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.