Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 29 January

Betiball's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro on 29 January 2026 (kick-off: 20:30) 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 vs Cruzeiro: Starting Lineups Time : 29/01/2026 20:30

Botafogo RJ
4 - 0
Finished
Cruzeiro
90+1' event Artur Victor Guimaraes
88' event Jordan Barrera / Santiago Rodriguez
85' event Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira
81' event Nathan Ribeiro Fernandes / Alvaro Montoro
81' event Fernando Marcal De Oliveira / Alex Nicolao Telles
76' event Matheus Martins
63' event Artur Victor Guimaraes / Allan Marques Loureiro
63' event Matheus Martins / Arthur Mendonca Cabral
48' event Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira
45+4' event Allan Marques Loureiro
event 83' Kaique Kenji Takamura Correa
event 78' Joao Marcelo / Jonathan Jesus
event 78' Kaique Kenji Takamura Correa / Gerson Santos da Silva
event 78' Matheus Henrique / Lucas Daniel Romero
event 65' Christian Roberto Alves Cardoso / Lucas Silva
event 56' Keny Arroyo / Wanderson Maciel Sousa Campos
event 17' Lucas Silva
90+1' event Artur Victor Guimaraes
event 83' Kaique Kenji Takamura Correa
88' event Jordan Barrera / Santiago Rodriguez
event 78' Joao Marcelo / Jonathan Jesus
85' event Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira
event 78' Kaique Kenji Takamura Correa / Gerson Santos da Silva
81' event Nathan Ribeiro Fernandes / Alvaro Montoro
event 78' Matheus Henrique / Lucas Daniel Romero
81' event Fernando Marcal De Oliveira / Alex Nicolao Telles
event 65' Christian Roberto Alves Cardoso / Lucas Silva
76' event Matheus Martins
event 56' Keny Arroyo / Wanderson Maciel Sousa Campos
63' event Artur Victor Guimaraes / Allan Marques Loureiro
event 17' Lucas Silva
63' event Matheus Martins / Arthur Mendonca Cabral
48' event Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira
45+4' event Allan Marques Loureiro
Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ
Substitutions
#7 Artur Victor Guimaraes
#11 Matheus Martins
#21 Fernando Marcal De Oliveira
#16 Nathan Ribeiro Fernandes
#14 Jordan Barrera
#24 Leonardo Matias Baiersdorf Linck
#42 Kadu Santos
#15 Bastos
#49 Kauan Toledo
#48 Arthur Novaes
#39 Arthur Izaque
#37 José Kadir
Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
10Shots17
5Shots on Goal4
10Fouls12
3Corner Kick7
12Free kick10
0Offside5
1Yellow card2
1Aerial0
4Save1
8Successful Tackles11
7Interceptions10
24Long pass9
2Assist0
4Successful center9
3Shots off goal5
2Blocked8
8Tackle9
11Dribbles10
10Throw-in17
379Passes449
62Attacks103
28Dangerous attacks46
2Corner Kicks(HT)3
4BigChances3
0BigChancesMissed3
8ShotsInsideBox14
2ShotsOutsideBox3
38DuelsWon38
1.02ExpectedGoals1.39
0.85xGOpenPlay1.05
1.02xGNonPenalty1.39
3.04xGOT0.29
17Touches In Opposition Box28
16AccurateCrosses15
36GroundDuelsWon30
2AerialDuelsWon8
24Clearances16
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
Substitutions
#99 Keny Arroyo
#88 Christian Roberto Alves Cardoso
#43 Joao Marcelo
#8 Matheus Henrique
#70 Kaique Kenji Takamura Correa
#81 Otavio Costa
#12 William de Asevedo Furtado
#33 Jose Janderson
#36 Kaua Prates
#77 Joao Wellington Gadelha Melo de Oliveir
#22 Neiser Villareal
#91 Francisco da Costa Aragao
Commentary
90+1' Goal! Artur Victor Guimaraes - Botafogo RJ
88' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Jordan Barrera / Santiago Rodriguez
85' Goal! Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira - Botafogo RJ
83' Kaique Kenji Takamura Correa - Cruzeiro receive a yellow card
81' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Nathan Ribeiro Fernandes / Alvaro Montoro
81' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Fernando Marcal De Oliveira / Alex Nicolao Telles
78' Cruzeiro — substitution: Joao Marcelo / Jonathan Jesus
78' Cruzeiro — substitution: Kaique Kenji Takamura Correa / Gerson Santos da Silva
78' Cruzeiro — substitution: Matheus Henrique / Lucas Daniel Romero
76' Goal! Matheus Martins - Botafogo RJ
65' Cruzeiro — substitution: Christian Roberto Alves Cardoso / Lucas Silva
63' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Artur Victor Guimaraes / Allan Marques Loureiro
63' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Matheus Martins / Arthur Mendonca Cabral
56' Cruzeiro — substitution: Keny Arroyo / Wanderson Maciel Sousa Campos
48' Goal! Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira - Botafogo RJ
45+4' Allan Marques Loureiro - Botafogo RJ receive a yellow card
17' Lucas Silva - Cruzeiro receive a yellow card

How We Build the Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro on 29 January 2026 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 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.

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 standings and the 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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