Botafogo RJ vs Santos: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 July

Prediction Match Centre
Botafogo RJ
DLDWD
12th place in Brazil Serie A
1
? - ?
Botafogo RJ
Win Probability 49%
16/07/2026 18:30
Santos
DDWLL
15th place in Brazil Serie A
Brazil Serie A
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Santos on 16 July 2026 (kick-off: 18:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Botafogo RJ vs Santos preview before placing your bet.

  • Botafogo RJ will face Santos in Brazil Serie A on July 16, 2026 at 18:30.
  • Botafogo RJ are currently 12th with 22 points after 17 matches.
  • Santos sit 15th with 21 points from 18 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.90.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
18:30

2026-07-16

Botafogo RJ vs Santos - Prediction & Odds

#
Botafogo RJ
#
Santos
2026-07-16 18:30
49
28
23
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.50
1.90
NS
-
-
#
STANDINGS UP TO 16/07/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Palmeiras
41 18 12 5 1 30 13 17
02 Flamengo
34 17 10 4 3 31 16 15
03 Fluminense RJ
31 18 9 4 5 28 23 5
04 Atletico Paranaense
30 18 9 3 6 24 18 6
05 Bragantino
29 18 9 2 7 25 19 6
06 Bahia
26 17 7 5 5 25 23 2
07 Coritiba PR
26 18 7 5 6 24 24 0
08 Sao Paulo
25 18 7 4 7 23 20 3
09 Atletico Mineiro
24 18 7 3 8 22 23 -1
10 Corinthians Paulista (SP)
24 18 6 6 6 18 19 -1
11 Cruzeiro
24 18 6 6 6 24 28 -4
12 Botafogo RJ
22 17 6 4 7 31 31 0
13 Vitoria BA
22 17 6 4 7 21 25 -4
14 Internacional RS
21 18 5 6 7 21 22 -1
15 Santos
21 18 5 6 7 26 29 -3
16 Gremio (RS)
21 18 5 6 7 20 23 -3
17 Vasco da Gama
20 18 5 5 8 22 29 -7
18 Remo Belem (PA)
18 18 4 6 8 21 29 -8
19 Mirassol
16 17 4 4 9 18 24 -6
20 Chapecoense SC
9 17 1 6 10 17 33 -16
Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ Last 6 matches
31/05/2026 03:30
Bahia 2 - 1 Botafogo RJ
Brazil Serie A
28/05/2026 05:00
Caracas FC 1 - 3 Botafogo RJ
Copa Sudamericana
24/05/2026 03:00
Sao Paulo 1 - 1 Botafogo RJ
Brazil Serie A
21/05/2026 07:00
Independiente Petrolero 0 - 3 Botafogo RJ
Copa Sudamericana
18/05/2026 02:00
Botafogo RJ 3 - 1 Corinthians Paulista (SP)
Brazil Serie A
11/05/2026 02:00
Atletico Mineiro 1 - 1 Botafogo RJ
Brazil Serie A
Win
50%
Draw
33%
Lost
17%
Last 6 matches Santos Santos
31/05/2026 06:00
Santos 3 - 1 Vitoria BA
Brazil Serie A
27/05/2026 07:30
Santos 3 - 0 Deportivo Cuenca
Copa Sudamericana
24/05/2026 05:00
Gremio (RS) 3 - 2 Santos
Brazil Serie A
21/05/2026 05:00
Santos 2 - 2 San Lorenzo
Copa Sudamericana
17/05/2026 21:00
Santos 0 - 3 Coritiba PR
Brazil Serie A
11/05/2026 04:30
Santos 2 - 0 Bragantino
Brazil Serie A
Win
50%
Draw
17%
Lost
33%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Brazil Serie A
Played games
Botafogo RJ
17
Santos
18
Goals
Scored
31
Avg. per game
1.82
Conceded
31
Avg. per game
1.82
Scored
26
Avg. per game
1.44
Conceded
29
Avg. per game
1.61
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 17 matches
YesNo
15 (88%)2 (12%)
In last 17 matches
NoYes
16 (89%)2 (11%)

Botafogo RJ

Recent matches

Santos

Under /Over

(94%)16 1(6%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)16 2(11%)

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(44%)8 10(56%)

Under /Over

(59%)10 7(41%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)8 10(56%)

/Yes

(82%)14 3(18%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(72%)13 5(28%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Botafogo RJ
Santos
Shots
Botafogo RJ
Total shots
11.41 avg / game
Blocked
32 total
Avg. 1.88
Santos
Total shots
10.17 avg / game
Blocked
62 total
Avg. 3.65
Botafogo RJ Pass Santos
Total passes
5662
Avg. 333 / game
Accurate
80%
Ball possession
48%
Total passes
6308
Avg. 350 / game
Accurate
82%
Ball possession
50%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Botafogo RJ
1250
Avg. 73.53 / game
Santos
1520
Avg. 84.44 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Botafogo RJ
589
Avg. 34.65 / game
Santos
694
Avg. 38.56 / game
OTHERS
Botafogo RJ
17
Played games
Santos
18
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.06
1
Clean sheets
4
0.22
3.47
59
Corners
81
4.50
15.35
261
Throw-ins
290
16.11
0.65
11
Offsides
31
1.72
3.35
57
GK saves
41
2.28
Botafogo RJ
DISCIPLINARY
Santos
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.41
41
Yellow card
46
2.56
0.12
2
Red card
4
0.22
12.71
216
Fouls
207
11.50
9.59
163
Tackles
172
9.56
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How We Build the Botafogo RJ vs Santos Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Santos on 16 July 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 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 Santos 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 Santos'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 Santos sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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