Our Cruzeiro vs Botafogo Prediction: 1-1
Cruzeiro vs Botafogo in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 18:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday December 3, 2025. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Recent Form Insights
Cruzeiro's Last Match – Cruzeiro vs Fluminense
Cruzeiro will seek to go one better this time following a 0-0 Brazil Serie A share of the spoils with Fluminense on November 9. In that match, Cruzeiro saw 55% of the ball and created 14 goal attempts, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cruzeiro | 55% | 14 (5) | 0.97 | 45 |
Fluminense | 45% | 6 (3) | 0.36 | 25 |
Botafogo's Last Match – Botafogo vs Sport Recife
Botafogo must win to build on their momentum after securing a hard-fought 3-2 Brazil Serie A victory over Sport Recife in their last outing. In that match, Botafogo recorded 59% possession, attempting 17 shots on goal, with 9 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Botafogo | 59% | 17 (9) | 2.43 | 0 |
Sport Recife | 41% | 9 (4) | 1.18 | 0 |
Cruzeiro vs Botafogo Stats
Key Stats
| Cruzeiro | Botafogo | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Attacking Strength | 1.2 |
| 0.8 | Defence Strength | 0.48 |
| 1.7 | Points Per Game | 1.5 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 5/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 5/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 0.9 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruzeiro are averaging 0.9 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, while Botafogo average 1.2 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.



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