Botafogo SP vs Fortaleza: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 March

Botafogo SP

W W L W D

14th place in Brazil Serie B

4-0

21/03/2026 18:15

Fortaleza

D W W L W

5th place in Brazil Serie B

Brazil Serie B

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Botafogo SP vs Fortaleza on 21 March 2026 (kick-off: 18:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Botafogo SP vs Fortaleza preview before placing your bet.

Botafogo SP will face Fortaleza in Brazil Serie B on March 21, 2026 at 18:15.
Botafogo SP are currently 14th with 21 points after 18 matches.
Fortaleza sit 5th with 31 points from 19 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.07.

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

18:15

2026-03-21

Botafogo SP vs Fortaleza - Prediction & Odds

Botafogo SP

Fortaleza

2026-03-21 18:15

STANDINGS UP TO 21/03/2026

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

01 Criciuma	39	19	11	6	2	23	12	11
02 Vila Nova	34	19	10	4	5	27	22	5
03 Juventude	32	18	9	5	4	19	8	11
04 Operario Ferroviario PR	32	18	9	5	4	24	20	4
05 Fortaleza	31	19	9	4	6	22	19	3
06 Gremio Novorizontino	30	19	8	6	5	28	18	10
07 Goias	28	18	8	4	6	20	24	-4
08 Sao Bernardo	27	18	7	6	5	24	17	7
09 Sport Club do Recife	27	18	6	9	3	23	17	6
10 Atletico Clube Goianiense	25	18	6	7	5	19	19	0
11 Cuiaba	24	18	5	9	4	14	13	1
12 Athletic Club MG	24	18	5	9	4	16	16	0
13 CRB AL	23	18	6	5	7	28	32	-4
14 Botafogo SP	21	18	5	6	7	20	18	2
15 Nautico (PE)	21	18	6	3	9	22	23	-1
16 Londrina PR	20	18	5	5	8	25	25	0
17 Avai FC	20	19	5	5	9	21	26	-5
18 Ceara	19	18	4	7	7	16	21	-5
19 America MG	8	19	1	5	13	13	31	-18
20 Ponte Preta	8	18	2	2	14	12	35	-23

Botafogo SP Last 6 matches

15/02/2026 19:30

Botafogo SP 0 - 1 Capie Warrero

BRA SP

07/02/2026 17:30

Guarani SP 0 - 2 Botafogo SP

BRA SP

01/02/2026 19:30

Botafogo SP 1 - 0 Palmeiras

BRA SP

25/01/2026 17:30

Gremio Novorizontino 2 - 0 Botafogo SP

BRA SP

22/01/2026 19:00

Botafogo SP 1 - 0 Primavera

BRA SP

18/01/2026 17:15

Bragantino 5 - 0 Botafogo SP

BRA SP

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Fortaleza

17/03/2026 18:00

Nova Iguacu 0 - 1 Fortaleza

Copa do Brasil

11/03/2026 18:30

Manauara 0 - 1 Fortaleza

Copa do Brasil

08/03/2026 17:00

Ceara 1 - 1 Fortaleza

BRA CE

01/03/2026 17:00

Fortaleza 1 - 1 Ceara

BRA CE

24/02/2026 20:30

Fortaleza 4 - 3 Maguary PE

Copa do Brasil

21/02/2026 16:00

Fortaleza 2 - 0 Ferroviario CE

BRA CE

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie B

Played games

Botafogo SP

Fortaleza

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.11

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.16

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 18 matches

YesNo

11 (61%)7 (39%)

In last 18 matches

NoYes

12 (63%)7 (37%)

Botafogo SP

Recent matches

Fortaleza

Under /Over

(56%)10 8(44%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(58%)11 8(42%)

Under /Over

(22%)4 14(78%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

Under /Over

(33%)6 12(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(32%)6 13(68%)

/Yes

(50%)9 9(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(37%)7 12(63%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botafogo SP

Fortaleza

Shots

Botafogo SP

Total shots

10.18 avg / game

Blocked

44 total

Avg. 2.93

Fortaleza

Total shots

12.42 avg / game

Blocked

60 total

Avg. 3.33

Botafogo SP Pass Fortaleza

Total passes

4585

Avg. 270 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

6493

Avg. 342 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botafogo SP

Played games

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.42

4.89

Corners

5.11

19.00

342

Throw-ins

313

16.47

1.56

Offsides

2.05

1.94

GK saves

2.84

Botafogo SP

DISCIPLINARY

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.78

2.68

0.00

0.11

12.28

221

Fouls

270

14.21

6.11

110

Tackles

142

7.47

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How We Build the Botafogo SP vs Fortaleza Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botafogo SP vs Fortaleza on 21 March 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 Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza'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 Fortaleza 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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