Botafogo SP vs Criciuma: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 August

Prediction Match Centre

Botafogo SP

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17th place in Brazil Serie B

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18/08/2026 12:00

Criciuma

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2nd place in Brazil Serie B

Brazil Serie B

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Botafogo SP vs Criciuma on 18 August 2026 (kick-off: 12:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Botafogo SP vs Criciuma preview before placing your bet.

Botafogo SP will face Criciuma in Brazil Serie B on August 18, 2026 at 12:00.
Botafogo SP are currently 17th with 16 points after 15 matches.
Criciuma sit 2nd with 30 points from 16 matches.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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STANDINGS UP TO 18/08/2026

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

01 Gremio Novorizontino	30	16	8	6	2	27	14	13
02 Criciuma	30	16	8	6	2	18	11	7
03 Vila Nova	28	15	8	4	3	23	17	6
04 Fortaleza	28	16	8	4	4	20	16	4
05 Sao Bernardo	25	15	7	4	4	20	12	8
06 Juventude	25	15	7	4	4	16	8	8
07 Sport Club do Recife	25	16	6	7	3	18	12	6
08 Operario Ferroviario PR	25	15	7	4	4	19	17	2
09 Cuiaba	23	16	5	8	3	12	9	3
10 Athletic Club MG	22	15	5	7	3	16	15	1
11 Atletico Clube Goianiense	21	16	5	6	5	18	19	-1
12 Goias	21	15	6	3	6	14	21	-7
13 Nautico (PE)	20	15	6	2	7	21	19	2
14 CRB AL	19	16	5	4	7	24	29	-5
15 Londrina PR	18	16	5	3	8	24	24	0
16 Ceara	17	15	4	5	6	15	18	-3
17 Botafogo SP	16	15	4	4	7	14	14	0
18 Avai FC	13	15	3	4	8	15	21	-6
19 Ponte Preta	8	16	2	2	12	10	31	-21
20 America MG	6	16	1	3	12	10	27	-17

Botafogo SP Last 6 matches

01/07/2026 06:00

Botafogo SP 0 - 1 CRB AL

Brazil Serie B

21/06/2026 05:00

Ceara 0 - 1 Botafogo SP

Brazil Serie B

15/06/2026 05:00

Botafogo SP 2 - 1 Operario Ferroviario PR

Brazil Serie B

09/06/2026 06:00

Vila Nova 1 - 0 Botafogo SP

Brazil Serie B

02/06/2026 05:00

Ponte Preta 0 - 0 Botafogo SP

Brazil Serie B

26/05/2026 05:00

Botafogo SP 1 - 2 Athletic Club MG

Brazil Serie B

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Criciuma

05/07/2026 02:00

Criciuma 1 - 0 Sport Club do Recife

Brazil Serie B

28/06/2026 02:00

Criciuma 1 - 0 Sao Bernardo

Brazil Serie B

24/06/2026 06:00

America MG 0 - 1 Criciuma

Brazil Serie B

16/06/2026 07:00

Criciuma 1 - 1 Ceara

Brazil Serie B

06/06/2026 21:00

Criciuma 1 - 0 Londrina PR

Brazil Serie B

31/05/2026 02:00

Avai FC 1 - 2 Criciuma

Brazil Serie B

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie B

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Botafogo SP

Criciuma

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.47

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored

Avg. per game

0.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.44

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 15 matches

YesNo

6 (40%)9 (60%)

In last 15 matches

NoYes

8 (50%)8 (50%)

Botafogo SP

Recent matches

Criciuma

Under /Over

(53%)8 7(47%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(50%)8 8(50%)

Under /Over

(20%)3 12(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(13%)2 14(87%)

Under /Over

(27%)4 11(73%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(31%)5 11(69%)

/Yes

(47%)7 8(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)8 8(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botafogo SP

Criciuma

Shots

Botafogo SP

Total shots

10.57 avg / game

Blocked

39 total

Avg. 3.25

Criciuma

Total shots

11.50 avg / game

Blocked

48 total

Avg. 3.20

Botafogo SP Pass Criciuma

Total passes

3754

Avg. 268 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

4952

Avg. 310 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botafogo SP

Played games

Criciuma

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.20

Clean sheets

0.44

5.13

Corners

5.56

17.47

262

Throw-ins

276

17.25

1.40

Offsides

1.50

1.60

GK saves

2.25

Botafogo SP

DISCIPLINARY

Criciuma

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.73

1.75

0.00

0.00

10.80

162

Fouls

181

11.31

5.27

Tackles

104

6.50

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How We Build the Botafogo SP vs Criciuma Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botafogo SP vs Criciuma on 18 August 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 B 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 SP vs Criciuma Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Botafogo SP's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Criciuma'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 B 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 B standings and the Brazil Serie B form table to understand exactly where Botafogo SP and Criciuma sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Brazil Serie B predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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