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

Prediction Match Centre

Botafogo RJ

DLDWD

12th place in Brazil Serie A

? - ?

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 %

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

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 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

04/07/2026 21:00

Santos 3 - 0 Uniao Sao Joao EC

International Club Friendly

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

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Santos

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.14

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.71

Scored

Avg. per game

1.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.20

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 7 home matches

YesNo

6 (86%)1 (14%)

In last 7 home matches

NoYes

9 (90%)1 (10%)

Botafogo RJ

Recent matches

Santos

Under /Over

(100%)7 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(90%)9 1(10%)

Under /Over

(43%)3 4(57%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)4 6(60%)

Under /Over

(71%)5 2(29%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(30%)3 7(70%)

/Yes

(71%)5 2(29%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)6 4(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botafogo RJ

Santos

Shots

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

11.86 avg / game

Blocked

15 total

Avg. 2.14

Santos

Total shots

8.70 avg / game

Blocked

24 total

Avg. 2.67

Botafogo RJ Pass Santos

Total passes

2249

Avg. 321 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

3585

Avg. 359 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botafogo RJ

Played games

Santos

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.14

Clean sheets

0.30

3.71

Corners

4.20

15.14

106

Throw-ins

157

15.70

0.57

Offsides

1.70

2.43

GK saves

2.10

Botafogo RJ

DISCIPLINARY

Santos

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.14

2.90

0.00

0.30

13.29

Fouls

121

12.10

8.86

Tackles

9.80

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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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