Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 July

Prediction

Cruzeiro

WLWDW

13th place in Brazil Serie A

? - ?

Cruzeiro
Win Probability 51%

26/07/2026 15:00

Botafogo RJ

LDWDL

9th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ on 26 July 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) 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 July 26, 2026 at 15:00.
Cruzeiro are currently 13th with 24 points after 18 matches.
Botafogo RJ sit 9th with 25 points from 18 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 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

15:00

2026-07-26

Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

2026-07-26 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 26/07/2026

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

01 Palmeiras	41	18	12	5	1	30	13	17
02 Flamengo	34	17	10	4	3	31	16	15
03 Fluminense RJ	31	18	9	4	5	28	23	5
04 Atletico Paranaense	30	18	9	3	6	24	18	6
05 Bragantino	29	18	9	2	7	25	19	6
06 Bahia	26	17	7	5	5	25	23	2
07 Coritiba PR	26	18	7	5	6	24	24	0
08 Sao Paulo	25	18	7	4	7	23	20	3
09 Botafogo RJ	25	18	7	4	7	33	32	1
10 Vitoria BA	25	18	7	4	7	22	25	-3
11 Atletico Mineiro	24	18	7	3	8	22	23	-1
12 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	24	18	6	6	6	18	19	-1
13 Cruzeiro	24	18	6	6	6	24	28	-4
14 Internacional RS	21	18	5	6	7	21	22	-1
15 Gremio (RS)	21	18	5	6	7	20	23	-3
16 Santos	21	19	5	6	8	27	31	-4
17 Vasco da Gama	20	19	5	5	9	22	30	-8
18 Remo Belem (PA)	18	18	4	6	8	21	29	-8
19 Mirassol	16	17	4	4	9	18	24	-6
20 Chapecoense SC	9	17	1	6	10	17	33	-16

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

13/07/2026 03:00

Gremio (RS) 3 - 1 Cruzeiro

International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 21:00

Cruzeiro 2 - 0 Defensor Sporting Montevideo

International Club Friendly

01/06/2026 06:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 1 Fluminense RJ

Brazil Serie A

29/05/2026 07:30

Cruzeiro 4 - 0 Barcelona SC(ECU)

Copa Libertadores

25/05/2026 02:00

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Chapecoense SC

Brazil Serie A

20/05/2026 07:30

Boca Juniors 1 - 1 Cruzeiro

Copa Libertadores

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

17/07/2026 05:30

Botafogo RJ 2 - 1 Santos

Brazil Serie A

31/05/2026 03:30

Bahia 2 - 1 Botafogo RJ

Brazil Serie A

28/05/2026 05:00

Caracas FC 1 - 3 Botafogo RJ

Copa Sudamericana

24/05/2026 03:00

Sao Paulo 1 - 1 Botafogo RJ

Brazil Serie A

21/05/2026 07:00

Independiente Petrolero 0 - 3 Botafogo RJ

Copa Sudamericana

18/05/2026 02:00

Botafogo RJ 3 - 1 Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Brazil Serie A

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

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

Played games

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.67

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.49

Scored

Avg. per game

0.62

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.51

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 39 matches

YesNo

20 (51%)19 (49%)

In last 39 matches

NoYes

17 (44%)22 (56%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(74%)29 10(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)32 7(18%)

Under /Over

(38%)15 24(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)10 29(74%)

Under /Over

(36%)14 25(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(54%)21 18(46%)

/Yes

(54%)21 18(46%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(59%)23 16(41%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

13.05 avg / game

Blocked

118 total

Avg. 3.37

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

12.92 avg / game

Blocked

90 total

Avg. 2.43

Cruzeiro Pass Botafogo RJ

Total passes

14299

Avg. 386 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

14839

Avg. 380 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.26

5.13

200

Corners

163

4.18

17.51

683

Throw-ins

697

17.87

1.10

Offsides

0.77

1.85

GK saves

105

2.69

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.85

2.13

0.13

0.10

11.62

453

Fouls

447

11.46

7.49

292

Tackles

350

8.97

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ on 26 July 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 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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