Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 April

Botafogo RJ

D W W D D

6th place in Brazil Serie A

2-2

16/04/2025 17:30

Sao Paulo

L L W L W

8th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo on 16 April 2025 (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 Sao Paulo preview before placing your bet.

Botafogo RJ will face Sao Paulo in Brazil Serie A on April 16, 2025 at 17:30.
Botafogo RJ are currently 6th with 63 points after 38 matches.
Sao Paulo sit 8th with 51 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.83.

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

2025-04-16

Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo - Prediction & Odds

Botafogo RJ

Sao Paulo

2025-04-16 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/04/2025

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

01 Flamengo	79	38	23	10	5	78	27	51
02 Palmeiras	76	38	23	7	8	66	33	33
03 Cruzeiro	70	38	19	13	6	55	31	24
04 Mirassol	67	38	18	13	7	63	39	24
05 Fluminense RJ	64	38	19	7	12	50	39	11
06 Botafogo RJ	63	38	17	12	9	58	38	20
07 Bahia	60	38	17	9	12	50	46	4
08 Sao Paulo	51	38	14	9	15	43	47	-4
09 Gremio (RS)	49	38	13	10	15	47	50	-3
10 Bragantino	48	38	14	6	18	45	57	-12
11 Atletico Mineiro	48	38	12	12	14	43	44	-1
12 Santos	47	38	12	11	15	45	50	-5
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	47	38	12	11	15	42	47	-5
14 Vasco da Gama	45	38	13	6	19	55	60	-5
15 Vitoria BA	45	38	11	12	15	35	52	-17
16 Internacional RS	44	38	11	11	16	44	57	-13
17 Ceara	43	38	11	10	17	34	40	-6
18 Fortaleza	43	38	11	10	17	43	58	-15
19 Juventude	35	38	9	8	21	35	69	-34
20 Sport Club do Recife	17	38	2	11	25	28	75	-47

Head To Head

08/12/2024 15:00

Botafogo RJ

2 - 1

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

25/09/2024 20:30

Sao Paulo

1 - 1

Botafogo RJ

CON CLA

18/09/2024 20:30

Botafogo RJ

0 - 0

Sao Paulo

CON CLA

24/07/2024 18:30

Sao Paulo

2 - 2

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

19/08/2023 15:00

Sao Paulo

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

15/04/2023 17:30

Botafogo RJ

2 - 1

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

Botafogo RJ

33%

Draw

67%

Sao Paulo

Botafogo RJ Last 6 matches

12/04/2025 15:00

Bragantino 1 - 0 Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

08/04/2025 18:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Carabobo FC

CON CLA

05/04/2025 20:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Juventude

BRA D1

02/04/2025 20:30

Universidad de Chile 1 - 0 Botafogo RJ

CON CLA

30/03/2025 15:00

Palmeiras 0 - 0 Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

22/03/2025 15:15

Botafogo RJ 3 - 1 Gremio Novorizontin

INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Sao Paulo

13/04/2025 16:30

Sao Paulo 1 - 1 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

10/04/2025 20:30

Sao Paulo 2 - 2 Alianza Lima

CON CLA

06/04/2025 15:00

Atletico Mineiro 0 - 0 Sao Paulo

BRA D1

02/04/2025 20:30

Talleres Cordoba 0 - 1 Sao Paulo

CON CLA

29/03/2025 17:30

Sao Paulo 0 - 0 Sport Club do Recife

BRA D1

10/03/2025 20:35

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Sao Paulo

BRA SP

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Sao Paulo

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.13

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.24

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

24 (63%)14 (37%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

24 (63%)14 (37%)

Botafogo RJ

Recent matches

Sao Paulo

Under /Over

(66%)25 13(34%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(32%)12 26(68%)

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

/Yes

(37%)14 24(63%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(39%)15 23(61%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botafogo RJ

Sao Paulo

Shots

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

12.08 avg / game

Blocked

105 total

Avg. 2.92

Sao Paulo

Total shots

10.39 avg / game

Blocked

113 total

Avg. 3.23

Botafogo RJ Pass Sao Paulo

Total passes

14987

Avg. 394 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

14448

Avg. 380 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botafogo RJ

Played games

Sao Paulo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.32

4.05

154

Corners

154

4.05

14.89

566

Throw-ins

647

17.03

1.13

Offsides

1.11

2.29

GK saves

2.50

Botafogo RJ

DISCIPLINARY

Sao Paulo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.95

2.18

0.05

0.05

13.13

499

Fouls

469

12.34

10.92

415

Tackles

474

12.47

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How We Build the Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo on 16 April 2025 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 Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo'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 Sao Paulo sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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