Náutico and Botafogo-SP face each other on Friday 09.04.2026, at 00:00 (UK Time), in a Brazil Serie B 2026 match. The game will take place at Náutico's home ground, the Estádio Eládio de Barros Carvalho (Aflitos).
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Clube Náutico Capibaribe and Botafogo Futebol Clube, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Náutico vs Botafogo-SP
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1st Half Under 1.5 Goals
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Náutico preview
Náutico heads into the match with the following record in the Brazil Serie B: in 25 matches, Clube Náutico Capibaribe secured 9 victories, 7 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.36 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Timbu's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 25 victories so far.
Náutico has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 79 goals, of which 30 were scored in the Brazil Serie B, resulting in an average of 1.2 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Paulo Sérgio Luiz de Souza, who has found the back of the net 8 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Jean Carlos Vicente has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, Náutico has conceded 28 goals in the Brazil Serie B (an average of 1.12 per game) and 40 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.91 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Botafogo-SP preview
Botafogo-SP comes into the game with 25 matches played so far in the Brazil Serie B. They have secured 8 victories, 7 draws, and 10 losses, maintaining an average of 1.24 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 11 wins, 9 draws, and 13 losses.
Botafogo Futebol Clube's attack has been highly effective, scoring 34 goals during this period. Of that total, 29 were netted in the Brazil Serie B, with an average of 1.16 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.03.
Pantera's offensive system is led by Everton Morelli Casemiro, the team's top scorer this season. The brazilian midfielder has found the back of the net 8 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava. The midfielder has contributed with 8 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 28 goals with an average of 1.12 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 37 goals in 33 matches, averaging 1.12 per match.
Head to head: Náutico vs Botafogo-SP
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Náutico
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W D D |
1.8 |
| Home | W W D W D |
2.2 |
| Away | D D D L L |
0.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 36% | 50% | 23% |
| Goals | 2.32 | 1.75 | 2.85 |
| Scored | 1.2 | 1 | 1.38 |
| Conceded | 1.12 | 0.75 | 1.46 |
| Both Teams to Score | 44% | 25% | 62% |
| Without Conceding | 28% | 42% | 15% |
| Failed To Score | 36% | 42% | 31% |
| 1st to Score | 32% | 50% | 15% |
|
xG
|
1.82 | 2.14 | 1.52 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 1.08 | 1.51 |
Botafogo-SP
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L D W W |
1.4 |
| Home | L D W W W |
2 |
| Away | L W L D D |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 32% | 42% | 23% |
| Goals | 2.28 | 3 | 1.62 |
| Scored | 1.16 | 1.75 | 0.62 |
| Conceded | 1.12 | 1.25 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 52% | 83% | 23% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 8% | 31% |
| Failed To Score | 36% | 8% | 62% |
| 1st to Score | 32% | 50% | 23% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.57 | 1.21 |
|
xGA
|
1.38 | 1.16 | 1.59 |
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