Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 06 August

Cruzeiro

W D W D D

14th place in Brazil Serie A

0-0

06/08/2023 17:30

Botafogo RJ

D D D D D

5th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ on 06 August 2023 (kick-off: 17:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ preview before placing your bet.

Cruzeiro will face Botafogo RJ in Brazil Serie A on August 6, 2023 at 17:30.
Cruzeiro are currently 14th with 47 points after 38 matches.
Botafogo RJ sit 5th with 64 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.27.

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

2023-08-06

Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

2023-08-06 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 06/08/2023

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

01 Palmeiras	70	38	20	10	8	64	33	31
02 Gremio (RS)	68	38	21	5	12	63	56	7
03 Atletico Mineiro	66	38	19	9	10	52	32	20
04 Flamengo	66	38	19	9	10	56	42	14
05 Botafogo RJ	64	38	18	10	10	58	37	21
06 Bragantino	62	38	17	11	10	49	35	14
07 Atletico Paranaense	56	38	14	14	10	51	43	8
08 Fluminense RJ	56	38	16	8	14	51	47	4
09 Internacional RS	55	38	15	10	13	46	45	1
10 Fortaleza	54	38	15	9	14	45	44	1
11 Sao Paulo	53	38	14	11	13	40	38	2
12 Cuiaba	51	38	14	9	15	40	39	1
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	50	38	12	14	12	47	48	-1
14 Cruzeiro	47	38	11	14	13	35	32	3
15 Vasco da Gama	45	38	12	9	17	41	51	-10
16 Bahia	44	38	12	8	18	50	53	-3
17 Santos	43	38	11	10	17	39	64	-25
18 Goias	38	38	9	11	18	36	53	-17
19 Coritiba PR	30	38	8	6	24	41	73	-32
20 America MG	24	38	5	9	24	42	81	-39

Head To Head

12/10/2021 20:30

Cruzeiro

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D2

10/07/2021 15:30

Botafogo RJ

3 - 3

Cruzeiro

BRA D2

31/10/2019 20:30

Botafogo RJ

0 - 2

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

14/07/2019 15:00

Cruzeiro

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

05/09/2018 18:30

Botafogo RJ

1 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

06/05/2018 15:00

Cruzeiro

1 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

Cruzeiro

17%

Draw

67%

Botafogo RJ

17%

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

29/07/2023 15:00

Atletico Paranaense 3 - 3 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

23/07/2023 15:00

Cruzeiro 0 - 1 Goias

BRA D1

16/07/2023 10:00

Cruzeiro 0 - 0 Coritiba PR

BRA D1

08/07/2023 15:00

Vasco da Gama 0 - 1 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

01/07/2023 20:00

Internacional RS 0 - 0 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

24/06/2023 20:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 0 Sao Paulo

BRA D1

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

02/08/2023 18:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 1 Guarani CA

CON CSA

30/07/2023 15:00

Botafogo RJ 4 - 1 Coritiba PR

BRA D1

23/07/2023 15:00

Santos 2 - 2 Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

19/07/2023 18:00

Botafogo RJ 1 - 1 Patronato Parana

CON CSA

15/07/2023 20:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Bragantino

BRA D1

12/07/2023 18:00

Patronato Parana 0 - 2 Botafogo RJ

CON CSA

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.92

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.84

Scored

Avg. per game

1.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.97

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

21 (55%)17 (45%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

30 (79%)8 (21%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

Under /Over

(16%)6 32(84%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(34%)13 25(66%)

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(32%)12 26(68%)

/Yes

(29%)11 27(71%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)18 20(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

12.68 avg / game

Blocked

96 total

Avg. 3.00

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

12.21 avg / game

Blocked

98 total

Avg. 3.16

Cruzeiro Pass Botafogo RJ

Total passes

15344

Avg. 404 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

13866

Avg. 365 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

Clean sheets

0.39

6.08

231

Corners

156

4.11

21.00

798

Throw-ins

655

17.24

1.68

Offsides

0.89

2.74

104

GK saves

116

3.05

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.45

2.03

0.08

0.11

14.18

539

Fouls

457

12.03

14.89

566

Tackles

539

14.18

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ on 06 August 2023 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.

Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Cruzeiro's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Botafogo RJ'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 Cruzeiro and Botafogo RJ sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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