Botafogo vs Cruzeiro Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Botafogo vs Cruzeiro Prediction: 2-1

Botafogo vs Cruzeiro in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 21:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday January 28, 2026. A 2-1 win for the home side is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks promising given both teams’ recent scoring records.

This Botafogo vs Cruzeiro 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.

→ View Today's Full-Time Score Predictions

Recent Form Insights

Botafogo's Last Match – Botafogo vs Bangu

Botafogo will look to carry forward their winning form after a 2-0 Brazil Campeonato Carioca success over Bangu on January 25. In that match, Botafogo controlled 77% of possession and managed 12 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Botafogo	77%	0 (12)	2.23	45
Bangu	23%	0 (2)	0.36	23

Cruzeiro's Last Match – Atletico Mineiro vs Cruzeiro

Cruzeiro will aim to put their last result behind them following a 1-2 Brazil Campeonato Mineiro loss to Atletico Mineiro on January 25. In that match, Cruzeiro had 55% possession and 5 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Atletico Mineiro	45%	0 (6)	2	59
Cruzeiro	55%	0 (5)	2.09	40

Botafogo vs Cruzeiro Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Botafogo are averaging 2.0 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Cruzeiro average 1.4 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Botafogo to win: @2.3

Draw: @3.1

Cruzeiro to win: @3.25

Over 2.5 Goals: @1.9

Botafogo Fixtures

Cruzeiro Fixtures