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

Botafogo SP

L W D D W

15th place in Brazil Serie B

4-0

21/03/2026 18:15

Fortaleza

W W L W L

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 are currently 15th with 24 points after 20 matches.
Fortaleza sit 5th with 34 points from 20 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Fortaleza to win with probability 44%.

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	40	20	11	7	2	23	12	11
02 Operario Ferroviario PR	35	20	10	5	5	28	25	3
03 Juventude	35	20	10	5	5	22	12	10
04 Vila Nova	34	20	10	4	6	27	24	3
05 Fortaleza	34	20	10	4	6	23	19	4
06 Gremio Novorizontino	33	20	9	6	5	32	19	13
07 Atletico Clube Goianiense	31	20	8	7	5	23	20	3
08 CRB AL	29	20	8	5	7	31	32	-1
09 Goias	29	20	8	5	7	21	26	-5
10 Sport Club do Recife	29	20	6	11	3	25	19	6
11 Athletic Club MG	28	20	6	10	4	19	18	1
12 Sao Bernardo	27	20	7	6	7	28	23	5
13 Nautico (PE)	25	20	7	4	9	24	24	0
14 Cuiaba	25	20	5	10	5	15	15	0
15 Botafogo SP	24	20	6	6	8	24	21	3
16 Ceara	22	20	5	7	8	20	25	-5
17 Londrina PR	20	20	5	5	10	27	31	-4
18 Avai FC	20	20	5	5	10	21	27	-6
19 America MG	11	20	2	5	13	14	31	-17
20 Ponte Preta	9	20	2	3	15	15	39	-24

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

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

145

Avg. per game

0.51

Conceded

193

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored

220

Avg. per game

0.73

Conceded

176

Avg. per game

0.59

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 287 matches

YesNo

120 (42%)167 (58%)

In last 287 matches

NoYes

147 (49%)153 (51%)

Botafogo SP

Recent matches

Fortaleza

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

Under /Over

(20%)9 36(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)9 36(80%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

/Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botafogo SP

Fortaleza

Shots

Botafogo SP

Total shots

10.27 avg / game

Blocked

350 total

Avg. 2.89

Fortaleza

Total shots

12.00 avg / game

Blocked

502 total

Avg. 3.02

Botafogo SP Pass Fortaleza

Total passes

54988

Avg. 311 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

46%

Total passes

70271

Avg. 330 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botafogo SP

287

Played games

Fortaleza

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

113

0.38

4.51

1295

Corners

1429

4.76

6.44

1848

Throw-ins

3062

10.21

0.88

253

Offsides

374

1.25

1.73

497

GK saves

642

2.14

Botafogo SP

DISCIPLINARY

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.12

608

656

2.19

0.10

0.11

9.52

2731

Fouls

2676

8.92

6.18

1773

Tackles

2941

9.80

NEXT MATCHES

Atletico Clube Goianiense

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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

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