Cruzeiro and Botafogo face each other in an official match of the 2026 Brazil Serie A season. The game takes place at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto on Sunday, 26/07/2026, at 20:00 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Cruzeiro Esporte Clube vs Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas, 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 Cruzeiro vs Botafogo
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Cruzeiro comes into the match having played 19 games in the Brazil Serie A so far. They have recorded 7 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses, with an average of 1.42 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 19 wins, 9 draws, and 10 losses.
Cruzeiro's attack has scored 55 goals during this period. Out of this total, 26 goals were scored in the Brazil Serie A, averaging 1.37 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.45.
The offence system of Cruzeiro is led by Kaio Jorge as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian forward has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Fagner, who has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 29 goals with an average of 1.53 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 42 goals conceded in 38 matches, resulting in an average of 1.11.
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On the other hand, Botafogo comes into the match having played 18 games in the Brazil Serie A so far. They have recorded 7 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses, with an average of 1.39 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 19 wins, 7 draws, and 14 losses.
Botafogo's attack has scored 64 goals during this period. Out of this total, 33 goals were scored in the Brazil Serie A, averaging 1.83 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.6.
The offence system of Botafogo is led by Danilo Oliveira as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian midfielder has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Álvaro Montoro, who has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 32 goals with an average of 1.78 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 50 goals conceded in 40 matches, resulting in an average of 1.25.
Head to head: Cruzeiro vs Botafogo
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Cruzeiro
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W W D |
2.2 |
| Home | D W W W L |
2 |
| Away | W D D W D |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 37% | 40% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.89 | 2.8 | 3 |
| Scored | 1.37 | 1.6 | 1.11 |
| Conceded | 1.53 | 1.2 | 1.89 |
| Both Teams to Score | 68% | 70% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 21% | 30% | 11% |
| Failed To Score | 16% | 10% | 22% |
| 1st to Score | 53% | 60% | 44% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.66 | 1.43 |
|
xGA
|
1.21 | 0.96 | 1.49 |
Botafogo
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W L W D |
1.6 |
| Home | D W W W L |
2 |
| Away | L W D W L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 37% | 44% | 30% |
| Goals | 3.42 | 3.33 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.74 | 1.89 | 1.6 |
| Conceded | 1.68 | 1.44 | 1.9 |
| Both Teams to Score | 79% | 67% | 90% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 22% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 16% | 22% | 10% |
| 1st to Score | 53% | 67% | 40% |
|
xG
|
1.46 | 1.63 | 1.31 |
|
xGA
|
1.7 | 1.65 | 1.74 |
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