Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 14 April

Cruzeiro

W L D D L

9th place in Brazil Serie A

3-2

14/04/2024 16:00

Botafogo RJ

D D D W W

1st place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ on 14 April 2024 (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 are currently 9th with 52 points after 38 matches.
Botafogo RJ sit 1st with 79 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Cruzeiro to win with probability 42%.
Head-to-head history favors Cruzeiro, who have won 1 of the last 6 meetings. Botafogo RJ have no wins, while 5 matches ended in draws.

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

16:00

2024-04-14

Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

2024-04-14 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 14/04/2024

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

01 Botafogo RJ	79	38	23	10	5	59	29	30
02 Palmeiras	73	38	22	7	9	60	33	27
03 Flamengo	70	38	20	10	8	61	42	19
04 Fortaleza	68	38	19	11	8	53	39	14
05 Internacional RS	65	38	18	11	9	53	36	17
06 Sao Paulo	59	38	17	8	13	53	43	10
07 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	56	38	15	11	12	54	45	9
08 Bahia	53	38	15	8	15	49	49	0
09 Cruzeiro	52	38	14	10	14	43	41	2
10 Vasco da Gama	50	38	14	8	16	43	56	-13
11 Vitoria BA	47	38	13	8	17	45	52	-7
12 Atletico Mineiro	47	38	11	14	13	47	54	-7
13 Fluminense RJ	46	38	12	10	16	33	39	-6
14 Gremio (RS)	45	38	12	9	17	44	50	-6
15 Juventude	45	38	11	12	15	48	59	-11
16 Bragantino	44	38	10	14	14	44	48	-4
17 Atletico Paranaense	42	38	11	9	18	40	46	-6
18 Criciuma	38	38	9	11	18	42	61	-19
19 Atletico Clube Goianiense	30	38	7	9	22	29	58	-29
20 Cuiaba	30	38	6	12	20	29	49	-20

Head To Head

03/12/2023 17:30

Botafogo RJ

0 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

06/08/2023 17:30

Cruzeiro

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

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

Cruzeiro

17%

Draw

83%

Botafogo RJ

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

07/04/2024 14:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 3 Atletico Mineiro BRA MG

04/04/2024 20:00

Universidad Catolica 0 - 0 Cruzeiro CON CSA

30/03/2024 15:30

Atletico Mineiro 2 - 2 Cruzeiro BRA MG

16/03/2024 15:30

Cruzeiro 3 - 1 Tombense BRA MG

10/03/2024 18:30

Tombense 0 - 0 Cruzeiro BRA MG

02/03/2024 15:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 0 Uberlandia MG BRA MG

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

03/04/2024 18:00

Botafogo RJ 1 - 3 Atletico Junior Barranquilla CON CLA

31/03/2024 17:30

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Boavista S.C. BRA RJ

27/03/2024 18:30

Boavista S.C. 0 - 4 Botafogo RJ BRA RJ

17/03/2024 17:30

Botafogo RJ 2 - 1 Sampaio Correa (RJ) BRA RJ

13/03/2024 20:30

Bragantino 1 - 1 Botafogo RJ CON CLA

10/03/2024 15:00

Sampaio Correa (RJ) 1 - 2 Botafogo RJ BRA RJ

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.84

Scored

Avg. per game

1.63

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

15 (79%)4 (21%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

16 (84%)3 (16%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(79%)15 4(21%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)13 6(32%)

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

Under /Over

(37%)7 12(63%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)9 10(53%)

/Yes

(58%)11 8(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)9 10(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Botafogo RJ

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

13.68 avg / game

Blocked

48 total

Avg. 3.00

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

15.26 avg / game

Blocked

59 total

Avg. 3.93

Cruzeiro Pass Botafogo RJ

Total passes

8211

Avg. 432 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

8288

Avg. 436 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

58%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

0.47

6.37

121

Corners

109

5.74

19.47

370

Throw-ins

316

16.63

1.32

Offsides

1.89

3.00

GK saves

2.11

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.37

1.74

0.00

0.00

12.63

240

Fouls

219

11.53

15.32

291

Tackles

265

13.95

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ on 14 April 2024 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

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 A predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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