Botafogo and Bangu face each other in an official match of the 2026 A1 Carioca season. The game takes place at Estádio Nilton Santos on Saturday, 07/03/2026, at 21:00 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas vs Bangu Atlético Clube, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.
APWin predictions for Botafogo vs Bangu
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Botafogo comes into the match having played 9 games in the A1 Carioca so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 1.44 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 6 wins, 2 draws, and 7 losses.
Botafogo's attack has scored 19 goals during this period. Out of this total, 9 goals were scored in the A1 Carioca, averaging 1 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.27.
The offence system of Botafogo is led by Danilo Oliveira as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian midfielder has scored 4 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Álvaro Montoro, who has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 7 goals with an average of 0.78 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 15 goals conceded in 15 matches, resulting in an average of 1.
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On the other hand, Bangu comes into the match having played 9 games in the A1 Carioca so far. They have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, with an average of 1.56 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 4 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses.
Bangu's attack has scored 10 goals during this period. Out of this total, 10 goals were scored in the A1 Carioca, averaging 1.11 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.11.
The offence system of Bangu is led by Patryck Magalhães Ferreira as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian forward has scored 6 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Luiz Henrique Alves Angelo, who has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 11 goals with an average of 1.22 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 11 goals conceded in 9 matches, resulting in an average of 1.22.
Head to head: Botafogo vs Bangu
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Botafogo
Brazil - Carioca 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W L L L |
1.44 |
| Home | D L L W W |
1.4 |
| Away | W L L W |
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 40% | 50% |
| Goals | 1.78 | 1.4 | 2.25 |
| Scored | 1 | 0.8 | 1.25 |
| Conceded | 0.78 | 0.6 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 22% | 20% | 25% |
| Without Conceding | 56% | 60% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 40% | 25% |
| 1st to Score | 56% | 40% | 75% |
|
xG
|
1.14 | 1.36 | 0.86 |
|
xGA
|
1.31 | 1.04 | 1.65 |
Bangu
Brazil - Carioca 1
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W L D W |
1.56 |
| Home | W D L W |
1.75 |
| Away | D L W L W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 50% | 40% |
| Goals | 2.33 | 1.75 | 2.8 |
| Scored | 1.11 | 1 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 1.22 | 0.75 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 50% | 80% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 22% | 25% | 20% |
| 1st to Score | 56% | 50% | 20% |
|
xG
|
0.99 | 1.01 | 0.97 |
|
xGA
|
1.79 | 1.5 | 2.03 |
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