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

Our Botafogo vs Cruzeiro Prediction: 1-1

Botafogo vs Cruzeiro in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 20:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday August 3, 2025. We predict a tightly contested 1-1 draw, with both teams getting on the scoresheet, making BTTS a strong betting option.

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.

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Recent Form Insights

Botafogo's Last Match – Botafogo vs Bragantino

Determined to maintain their recent success, Botafogo must win following their 2-0 Copa do Brasil victory against Bragantino on July 29. In that match, Botafogo recorded 47% possession and 7 shots hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Botafogo	47%	0 (7)	1.29	41
Bragantino	53%	0 (4)	0.34	42

Cruzeiro's Last Match – Cruzeiro vs CRB

Cruzeiro should win to turn things around after settling for a 0-0 Copa do Brasil draw against CRB on July 30. In that match, Cruzeiro recorded 61% possession, firing 11 shots on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Cruzeiro	61%	0 (11)	0.77	77
CRB	39%	0 (2)	0.25	27

Botafogo vs Cruzeiro Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Botafogo are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, while Cruzeiro average 1.4 scored and 0.5 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Botafogo to win: @2.15

Draw: @3.3

Cruzeiro to win: @3.5

Botafogo Fixtures

Cruzeiro Fixtures