Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 December

Botafogo RJ

D D D D D

5th place in Brazil Serie A

0-0

03/12/2023 17:30

Cruzeiro

W D W D D

14th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro on 03 December 2023 (kick-off: 17:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro preview before placing your bet.

Botafogo RJ are currently 5th with 64 points after 38 matches.
Cruzeiro sit 14th with 47 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Botafogo RJ to win with probability 45%.
Head-to-head history favors Cruzeiro, who have won 1 of the last 6 meetings. Botafogo RJ have no wins, while 5 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

17:30

2023-12-03

Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro - Prediction & Odds

Botafogo RJ

Cruzeiro

2023-12-03 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 03/12/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Palmeiras	70	38	20	10	8	64	33	31
02 Gremio (RS)	68	38	21	5	12	63	56	7
03 Atletico Mineiro	66	38	19	9	10	52	32	20
04 Flamengo	66	38	19	9	10	56	42	14
05 Botafogo RJ	64	38	18	10	10	58	37	21
06 Bragantino	62	38	17	11	10	49	35	14
07 Atletico Paranaense	56	38	14	14	10	51	43	8
08 Fluminense RJ	56	38	16	8	14	51	47	4
09 Internacional RS	55	38	15	10	13	46	45	1
10 Fortaleza	54	38	15	9	14	45	44	1
11 Sao Paulo	53	38	14	11	13	40	38	2
12 Cuiaba	51	38	14	9	15	40	39	1
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	50	38	12	14	12	47	48	-1
14 Cruzeiro	47	38	11	14	13	35	32	3
15 Vasco da Gama	45	38	12	9	17	41	51	-10
16 Bahia	44	38	12	8	18	50	53	-3
17 Santos	43	38	11	10	17	39	64	-25
18 Goias	38	38	9	11	18	36	53	-17
19 Coritiba PR	30	38	8	6	24	41	73	-32
20 America MG	24	38	5	9	24	42	81	-39

Head To Head

06/08/2023 17:30

Cruzeiro

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

12/10/2021 20:30

Cruzeiro

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D2

10/07/2021 15:30

Botafogo RJ

3 - 3

Cruzeiro

BRA D2

31/10/2019 20:30

Botafogo RJ

0 - 2

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

14/07/2019 15:00

Cruzeiro

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

05/09/2018 18:30

Botafogo RJ

1 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

Botafogo RJ

Draw

83%

Cruzeiro

17%

Botafogo RJ Last 6 matches

29/11/2023 20:30

Coritiba PR 1 - 1 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

26/11/2023 15:00

Botafogo RJ 1 - 1 Santos BRA D1

23/11/2023 18:00

Fortaleza 2 - 2 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

12/11/2023 15:00

Bragantino 2 - 2 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

09/11/2023 19:00

Botafogo RJ 3 - 4 Gremio (RS) BRA D1

06/11/2023 18:00

Vasco da Gama 1 - 0 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

Win

Draw

67%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Cruzeiro

30/11/2023 19:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 1 Atletico Paranaense BRA D1

27/11/2023 20:00

Goias 0 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA D1

22/11/2023 18:00

Cruzeiro 2 - 2 Vasco da Gama BRA D1

18/11/2023 17:30

Fortaleza 0 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA D1

11/11/2023 15:00

Coritiba PR 1 - 0 Cruzeiro BRA D1

05/11/2023 15:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 2 Internacional RS BRA D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Goals

Scored

438

Avg. per game

1.46

Conceded

291

Avg. per game

0.97

Scored

390

Avg. per game

1.30

Conceded

274

Avg. per game

0.91

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

220 (73%)80 (27%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

222 (74%)78 (26%)

Botafogo RJ

Recent matches

Cruzeiro

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botafogo RJ

Cruzeiro

Shots

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

12.40 avg / game

Blocked

633 total

Avg. 3.17

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.89 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 3.20

Botafogo RJ Pass Cruzeiro

Total passes

94745

Avg. 388 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

90529

Avg. 389 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botafogo RJ

300

Played games

Cruzeiro

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

113

Clean sheets

117

0.39

4.40

1319

Corners

1655

5.52

12.36

3707

Throw-ins

3294

10.98

1.01

302

Offsides

385

1.28

2.23

668

GK saves

600

2.00

Botafogo RJ

DISCIPLINARY

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.17

651

642

2.14

0.09

0.11

10.54

3161

Fouls

2972

9.91

10.40

3119

Tackles

2894

9.65

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How We Build the Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro on 03 December 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Brazil Serie A fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Botafogo RJ's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Cruzeiro's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Brazil Serie A Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Brazil Serie A standings and the Brazil Serie A form table to understand exactly where Botafogo RJ and Cruzeiro sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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