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

Our Portuguesa RJ vs Botafogo Prediction: 1-2

Portuguesa RJ vs Botafogo in the Brazil Campeonato Carioca is scheduled for an 21:00 GMT kick-off on Wednesday January 14, 2026. A 1-2 win for the visitors is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks like a solid alternative given both teams’ recent scoring form.

This Portuguesa RJ vs Botafogo 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

Portuguesa RJ's Last Match – Portuguesa RJ vs America RJ

Portuguesa RJ will want to continue their winning form after a 2-0 Brazil Copa Rio victory over America RJ, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Portuguesa RJ recorded 51% possession and 3 shots hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Portuguesa RJ	51%	0 (3)	-	77
America RJ	49%	0 (4)	-	72

Botafogo's Last Match – Botafogo vs Fortaleza

Botafogo will seek to keep their streak alive after a 4-2 Brazil Serie A victory over Fortaleza on December 7. In that match, Botafogo had 71% possession and 14 attempts at goal, with 6 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Botafogo	71%	14 (6)	1.72	58
Fortaleza	29%	9 (4)	1.03	27

Portuguesa RJ vs Botafogo Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Portuguesa RJ are averaging 0.9 goals scored and 0.7 conceded per match, while Botafogo average 2.1 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Portuguesa RJ to win: @5

Draw: @3.4

Botafogo to win: @1.666

Portuguesa RJ Fixtures

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