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

Prediction Match Centre
Cruzeiro
WLWDW
11th place in Brazil Serie A
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26/07/2026 16:00
Botafogo RJ
DLDWD
12th place in Brazil Serie A
Brazil Serie A
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ on 26 July 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) 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 16:00.
  • Cruzeiro are currently 11th with 24 points after 18 matches.
  • Botafogo RJ sit 12th with 22 points from 17 matches.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
STANDINGS UP TO 26/07/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Palmeiras Palmeiras
41 18 12 5 1 30 13 17
02 Flamengo Flamengo
34 17 10 4 3 31 16 15
03 Fluminense RJ Fluminense RJ
31 18 9 4 5 28 23 5
04 Atletico Paranaense Atletico Paranaense
30 18 9 3 6 24 18 6
05 Bragantino Bragantino
29 18 9 2 7 25 19 6
06 Bahia Bahia
26 17 7 5 5 25 23 2
07 Coritiba PR Coritiba PR
26 18 7 5 6 24 24 0
08 Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
25 18 7 4 7 23 20 3
09 Atletico Mineiro Atletico Mineiro
24 18 7 3 8 22 23 -1
10 Corinthians Paulista (SP) Corinthians Paulista (SP)
24 18 6 6 6 18 19 -1
11 Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
24 18 6 6 6 24 28 -4
12 Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ
22 17 6 4 7 31 31 0
13 Vitoria BA Vitoria BA
22 17 6 4 7 21 25 -4
14 Internacional RS Internacional RS
21 18 5 6 7 21 22 -1
15 Santos Santos
21 18 5 6 7 26 29 -3
16 Gremio (RS) Gremio (RS)
21 18 5 6 7 20 23 -3
17 Vasco da Gama Vasco da Gama
20 18 5 5 8 22 29 -7
18 Remo Belem (PA) Remo Belem (PA)
18 18 4 6 8 21 29 -8
19 Mirassol Mirassol
16 17 4 4 9 18 24 -6
20 Chapecoense SC Chapecoense SC
9 17 1 6 10 17 33 -16
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro Last 6 matches
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
17/05/2026 07:00
Palmeiras 1 - 1 Cruzeiro
Brazil Serie A
Win
50%
Draw
50%
Lost
0%
Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ
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
11/05/2026 02:00
Atletico Mineiro 1 - 1 Botafogo RJ
Brazil Serie A
Win
50%
Draw
33%
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
Cruzeiro
18
 Botafogo RJ
Botafogo RJ
17
Goals
Scored
12
Avg. per game
0.67
Conceded
15
Avg. per game
0.83
Scored
18
Avg. per game
1.06
Conceded
18
Avg. per game
1.06
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 18 matches
YesNo
10 (56%)8 (44%)
In last 18 matches
NoYes
12 (71%)5 (29%)
Cruzeiro

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(89%)16 2(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(94%)16 1(6%)

Under /Over

(50%)9 9(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

Under /Over

(39%)7 11(61%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(59%)10 7(41%)

/Yes

(67%)12 6(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(82%)14 3(18%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ
Shots
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
Total shots
11.28 avg / game
Blocked
51 total
Avg. 3.00
Botafogo RJ
Botafogo RJ
Total shots
11.41 avg / game
Blocked
32 total
Avg. 1.88
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro Pass Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ
Total passes
6389
Avg. 355 / game
Accurate
86%
Ball possession
57%
Total passes
5662
Avg. 333 / game
Accurate
80%
Ball possession
48%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
1482
Avg. 82.33 / game
 Botafogo RJ
Botafogo RJ
1250
Avg. 73.53 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
658
Avg. 36.56 / game
 Botafogo RJ
Botafogo RJ
589
Avg. 34.65 / game
OTHERS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
18
Played games
Botafogo RJ
Botafogo RJ
17
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.22
4
Clean sheets
1
0.06
4.61
83
Corners
59
3.47
16.00
288
Throw-ins
261
15.35
1.22
22
Offsides
11
0.65
1.56
28
GK saves
57
3.35
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
DISCIPLINARY
Botafogo RJ
Botafogo RJ
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.78
32
Yellow card
41
2.41
0.11
2
Red card
2
0.12
11.67
210
Fouls
216
12.71
7.11
128
Tackles
163
9.59
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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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