Our Goias vs Botafogo SP Prediction: 3-1
Goias vs Botafogo SP in the Brazil Serie B is scheduled for an 21:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday August 30, 2025. We’re backing a 3-1 home victory, but with both teams creating plenty of chances, over 2.5 goals is another strong betting option.
This Goias vs Botafogo SP prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Goias's Last Match – Goias vs America MG
Goias will seek to keep their streak alive after a 1-0 Brazil Serie B victory over America MG on August 23. In that match, Goias recorded 39% possession, firing 5 shots at goal, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Goias | 39% | 5 (2) | 0.52 | 36 |
America MG | 61% | 1 (1) | 0.31 | 39 |
Botafogo SP's Last Match – Botafogo SP vs Vila Nova
Botafogo SP will want to continue their winning form after a 2-0 Brazil Serie B victory over Vila Nova, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Botafogo SP controlled 61% of possession and managed 6 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Botafogo SP | 61% | 6 (5) | 1.95 | 44 |
Vila Nova | 39% | 5 (3) | 0.25 | 21 |
Goias vs Botafogo SP Stats
Key Stats
| Goias | Botafogo SP | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.32 | Attacking Strength | 0.75 |
| 0.96 | Defence Strength | 1.47 |
| 1.5 | Points Per Game | 1.2 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 2/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 1.3 | Average Scored | 0.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Goias are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per match, while Botafogo SP average 0.6 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
Goias 13-10
Botafogo SP 6-14
Lineups
Goias (4-3-3) : Tadeu, Diego Caito, Messias, Titi, Willean Lepo, Juninho, Marcao Silva, Rafael Gava, Anselmo Ramon, Wellington Rato, Moraes
Botafogo SP (4-2-3-1) : Victor Souza, Jeferson, Edson, Carlos Eduardo Silva da Fonseca, Gabriel Risso, Gabriel Bispo, Wesley Dias Claudino, Jonathan Cafu, Marquinho, Jefferson Nem, Ronie Carrillo



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