Goias vs Botafogo SP: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 May

Goias

W W D W D

9th place in Brazil Serie B

1-0

16/05/2026 17:30

Botafogo SP

L W D D W

15th place in Brazil Serie B

Brazil Serie B

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Goias vs Botafogo SP on 16 May 2026 (kick-off: 17:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Goias vs Botafogo SP preview before placing your bet.

Goias are currently 9th with 29 points after 20 matches.
Botafogo SP sit 15th with 24 points from 20 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Goias to win with probability 48%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Goias and Botafogo SP have each won 2 of the last 4 meetings, while 0 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

17:30

2026-05-16

Goias vs Botafogo SP - Prediction & Odds

Goias

Botafogo SP

2026-05-16 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2026

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

Head To Head

30/08/2025 17:30

Goias

2 - 3

Botafogo SP

BRA D2

28/04/2025 18:30

Botafogo SP

0 - 1

Goias

BRA D2

09/09/2024 19:00

Botafogo SP

1 - 0

Goias

BRA D2

18/05/2024 17:30

Goias

4 - 0

Botafogo SP

BRA D2

Goias

50%

Draw

Botafogo SP

50%

Goias Last 6 matches

09/05/2026 15:00

Goias 1 - 0 Vila Nova BRA D2

02/05/2026 19:30

Fortaleza 4 - 1 Goias BRA D2

26/04/2026 15:00

Sao Bernardo 1 - 0 Goias BRA D2

22/04/2026 18:00

Goias 2 - 2 Cruzeiro Copa do Brasil

19/04/2026 17:00

Goias 0 - 2 Cuiaba BRA D2

11/04/2026 15:00

Juventude 2 - 0 Goias BRA D2

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Botafogo SP

02/05/2026 15:00

Botafogo SP 1 - 1 Nautico (PE) BRA D2

22/04/2026 20:30

Cuiaba 1 - 1 Botafogo SP BRA D2

19/04/2026 15:00

Botafogo SP 1 - 1 Atletico Clube Goianiense BRA D2

10/04/2026 19:30

Criciuma 1 - 0 Botafogo SP BRA D2

05/04/2026 19:30

Botafogo SP 1 - 2 Sao Bernardo BRA D2

01/04/2026 17:00

America MG 1 - 2 Botafogo SP BRA D2

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

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

215

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

165

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored

145

Avg. per game

0.51

Conceded

193

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

158 (53%)142 (47%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

120 (42%)167 (58%)

Goias

Recent matches

Botafogo SP

Under /Over

(64%)29 16(36%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)9 36(80%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Goias

Botafogo SP

Shots

Goias

Total shots

10.77 avg / game

Blocked

371 total

Avg. 2.81

Botafogo SP

Total shots

10.27 avg / game

Blocked

350 total

Avg. 2.89

Goias Pass Botafogo SP

Total passes

61529

Avg. 322 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

54988

Avg. 311 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Goias

300

Played games

Botafogo SP

287

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.40

120

Clean sheets

0.29

4.54

1363

Corners

1295

4.51

10.04

3012

Throw-ins

1848

6.44

0.90

270

Offsides

253

0.88

1.83

550

GK saves

497

1.73

Goias

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo SP

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.05

615

608

2.12

0.10

0.10

8.70

2611

Fouls

2731

9.52

7.34

2201

Tackles

1773

6.18

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How We Build the Goias vs Botafogo SP Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Goias vs Botafogo SP on 16 May 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.

Goias vs Botafogo SP Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Goias's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Botafogo SP'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 Goias and Botafogo SP 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 B predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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