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

Goias
LWWDW
7th place in Brazil Serie B
1
1-0
FT
16/05/2026 17:30
Botafogo SP
WLWDD
14th 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 will face Botafogo SP in Brazil Serie B on May 16, 2026 at 17:30.
  • Goias are currently 7th with 29 points after 19 matches.
  • Botafogo SP sit 14th with 24 points from 19 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.93.
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
favorite match
17:30

2026-05-16

Goias vs Botafogo SP - Prediction & Odds

Goias
Goias
Botafogo SP
Botafogo SP
2026-05-16 17:30
48
28
24
1
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.25
1.93
FT
1-0 0-0
-
weather
STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Criciuma Criciuma
39 19 11 6 2 23 12 11
02 Operario Ferroviario PR Operario Ferroviario PR
35 19 10 5 4 27 22 5
03 Vila Nova Vila Nova
34 19 10 4 5 27 22 5
04 Juventude Juventude
32 19 9 5 5 21 12 9
05 Fortaleza Fortaleza
31 19 9 4 6 22 19 3
06 Gremio Novorizontino Gremio Novorizontino
30 19 8 6 5 28 18 10
07 Goias Goias
29 19 8 5 6 21 25 -4
08 Atletico Clube Goianiense Atletico Clube Goianiense
28 19 7 7 5 20 19 1
09 Sport Club do Recife Sport Club do Recife
28 19 6 10 3 24 18 6
10 Sao Bernardo Sao Bernardo
27 19 7 6 6 25 19 6
11 Athletic Club MG Athletic Club MG
27 19 6 9 4 18 17 1
12 CRB AL CRB AL
26 19 7 5 7 29 32 -3
13 Nautico (PE) Nautico (PE)
24 19 7 3 9 24 24 0
14 Botafogo SP Botafogo SP
24 19 6 6 7 24 20 4
15 Cuiaba Cuiaba
24 19 5 9 5 14 14 0
16 Londrina PR Londrina PR
20 19 5 5 9 26 27 -1
17 Avai FC Avai FC
20 19 5 5 9 21 26 -5
18 Ceara Ceara
19 19 4 7 8 16 22 -6
19 Ponte Preta Ponte Preta
8 19 2 2 15 14 38 -24
20 America MG America MG
8 19 1 5 13 13 31 -18
Head To Head
30/08/2025 17:30
Goias Goias
2 - 3
Botafogo SP Botafogo SP
BRA D2
28/04/2025 18:30
Botafogo SP Botafogo SP
0 - 1
Goias Goias
BRA D2
09/09/2024 19:00
Botafogo SP Botafogo SP
1 - 0
Goias Goias
BRA D2
18/05/2024 17:30
Goias Goias
4 - 0
Botafogo SP Botafogo SP
BRA D2
Goias
2
50%
Draw
0
0%
Botafogo SP
2
50%
Goias 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 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
Goias
Goias
19
 Botafogo SP
Botafogo SP
19
Goals
Scored
10
Avg. per game
0.53
Conceded
17
Avg. per game
0.89
Scored
12
Avg. per game
0.63
Conceded
14
Avg. per game
0.74
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 19 matches
YesNo
9 (47%)10 (53%)
In last 19 matches
NoYes
9 (47%)10 (53%)
Goias

Goias

Recent matches

Botafogo SP

Botafogo SP

Under /Over

(74%)14 5(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(58%)11 8(42%)

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

Under /Over

(42%)8 11(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(37%)7 12(63%)

/Yes

(42%)8 11(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)10 9(47%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Goias Goias
Botafogo SP Botafogo SP
Shots
Goias
Goias
Total shots
9.88 avg / game
Blocked
47 total
Avg. 2.76
Botafogo SP
Botafogo SP
Total shots
10.33 avg / game
Blocked
47 total
Avg. 2.94
Goias Goias Pass Botafogo SP Botafogo SP
Total passes
6426
Avg. 378 / game
Accurate
83%
Ball possession
51%
Total passes
4822
Avg. 268 / game
Accurate
76%
Ball possession
47%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Goias
Goias
1433
Avg. 75.42 / game
 Botafogo SP
Botafogo SP
1380
Avg. 72.63 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Goias
Goias
710
Avg. 37.37 / game
 Botafogo SP
Botafogo SP
674
Avg. 35.47 / game
OTHERS
Goias
Goias
19
Played games
Botafogo SP
Botafogo SP
19
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.32
6
Clean sheets
4
0.21
3.63
69
Corners
92
4.84
18.11
344
Throw-ins
356
18.74
1.63
31
Offsides
30
1.58
2.47
47
GK saves
36
1.89
Goias
Goias
DISCIPLINARY
Botafogo SP
Botafogo SP
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.79
34
Yellow card
35
1.84
0.21
4
Red card
1
0.05
11.42
217
Fouls
243
12.79
6.79
129
Tackles
113
5.95
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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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