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

Our Botafogo vs Fortaleza Prediction: 3-2

Botafogo vs Fortaleza in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 18:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday December 7, 2025. A 3-2 win for the home side is our main prediction, though over 2.5 goals looks like a valuable bet given both teams’ attacking tendencies.

This Botafogo vs Fortaleza 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 – Cruzeiro vs Botafogo

Determined to get back to winning ways, Botafogo must win after their 2-2 Brazil Serie A draw against Cruzeiro on December 4. In that match, Botafogo recorded 57% possession, attempting 6 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Cruzeiro	43%	7 (4)	1.58	45
Botafogo	57%	6 (5)	1.55	53

Fortaleza's Last Match – Fortaleza vs Corinthians

Fortaleza will aim to maintain their momentum following a 2-1 Brazil Serie A triumph against Corinthians on December 3. In that match, Fortaleza saw 30% of the ball and created 6 goal attempts, with 3 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Fortaleza	30%	6 (3)	1.17	20
Corinthians	70%	13 (7)	1.99	65

Botafogo vs Fortaleza Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Botafogo are averaging 1.7 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Fortaleza average 1.7 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.

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