Botafogo RJ vs Fluminense RJ: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 May

Botafogo RJ

D D D D D

5th place in Brazil Serie A

1-0

20/05/2023 21:30

Fluminense RJ

D W W W L

8th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Fluminense RJ on 20 May 2023 (kick-off: 21:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Botafogo RJ vs Fluminense RJ preview before placing your bet.

Botafogo RJ are currently 5th with 64 points after 38 matches.
Fluminense RJ sit 8th with 56 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Fluminense RJ to win with probability 37%.
Head-to-head history favors Fluminense RJ, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Botafogo RJ have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

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Pred

Correct

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Score.

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Weather

21:30

2023-05-20

Botafogo RJ vs Fluminense RJ - Prediction & Odds

Botafogo RJ

Fluminense RJ

2023-05-20 21:30

STANDINGS UP TO 20/05/2023

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

29/01/2023 21:00

Fluminense RJ

0 - 1

Botafogo RJ

BRA RJ

23/10/2022 19:00

Fluminense RJ

2 - 2

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

26/06/2022 19:00

Botafogo RJ

0 - 1

Fluminense RJ

BRA D1

27/03/2022 19:00

Fluminense RJ

1 - 2

Botafogo RJ

BRA RJ

21/03/2022 23:00

Botafogo RJ

0 - 1

Fluminense RJ

BRA RJ

10/02/2022 23:00

Botafogo RJ

1 - 2

Fluminense RJ

BRA RJ

Botafogo RJ

33%

Draw

17%

Fluminense RJ

50%

Botafogo RJ Last 6 matches

18/05/2023 00:30

Atletico Paranaense 3 - 2 Botafogo RJ Copa do Brasil

14/05/2023 21:30

Goias 2 - 1 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

11/05/2023 22:30

Botafogo RJ 3 - 0 Corinthians Paulista (SP) BRA D1

07/05/2023 21:30

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Atletico Mineiro BRA D1

05/05/2023 00:00

Botafogo RJ 0 - 0 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito CON CSA

30/04/2023 19:00

Flamengo 2 - 3 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Fluminense RJ

17/05/2023 00:00

Fluminense RJ 0 - 0 Flamengo Copa do Brasil

13/05/2023 21:30

Fluminense RJ 2 - 0 Cuiaba BRA D1

11/05/2023 00:30

Cruzeiro 0 - 2 Fluminense RJ BRA D1

07/05/2023 00:00

Fluminense RJ 1 - 1 Vasco da Gama BRA D1

03/05/2023 00:00

Fluminense RJ 5 - 1 River Plate CON CLA

29/04/2023 19:30

Fortaleza 4 - 2 Fluminense RJ BRA D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Goals

Scored

441

Avg. per game

1.47

Conceded

290

Avg. per game

0.97

Scored

441

Avg. per game

1.47

Conceded

295

Avg. per game

0.98

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

221 (74%)79 (26%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

221 (74%)79 (26%)

Botafogo RJ

Recent matches

Fluminense RJ

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botafogo RJ

Fluminense RJ

Shots

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

12.40 avg / game

Blocked

633 total

Avg. 3.17

Fluminense RJ

Total shots

12.36 avg / game

Blocked

595 total

Avg. 3.04

Botafogo RJ Pass Fluminense RJ

Total passes

94982

Avg. 388 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

115405

Avg. 473 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

58%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botafogo RJ

300

Played games

Fluminense RJ

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

113

Clean sheets

113

0.38

4.40

1321

Corners

1451

4.84

12.41

3722

Throw-ins

3979

13.26

1.01

304

Offsides

355

1.18

2.24

671

GK saves

661

2.20

Botafogo RJ

DISCIPLINARY

Fluminense RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.18

653

669

2.23

0.09

0.13

10.58

3174

Fouls

2901

9.67

10.47

3140

Tackles

2894

9.65

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How We Build the Botafogo RJ vs Fluminense RJ Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Fluminense RJ on 20 May 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 Fluminense RJ 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 Fluminense RJ'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 Fluminense RJ sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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