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

Goias

W W D W D

7th place in Brazil Serie B

0-0

16/05/2026 17:30

Botafogo SP

W L W D D

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 20 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 2.01.

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 HT

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	19	10	5	4	27	22	5
03 Vila Nova	34	19	10	4	5	27	22	5
04 Gremio Novorizontino	33	20	9	6	5	32	19	13
05 Juventude	32	19	9	5	5	21	12	9
06 Fortaleza	31	19	9	4	6	22	19	3
07 Goias	29	20	8	5	7	21	26	-5
08 Atletico Clube Goianiense	28	19	7	7	5	20	19	1
09 Sport Club do Recife	28	19	6	10	3	24	18	6
10 Sao Bernardo	27	20	7	6	7	28	23	5
11 Athletic Club MG	27	19	6	9	4	18	17	1
12 CRB AL	26	19	7	5	7	29	32	-3
13 Nautico (PE)	25	20	7	4	9	24	24	0
14 Botafogo SP	24	19	6	6	7	24	20	4
15 Cuiaba	24	19	5	9	5	14	14	0
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	19	5	5	9	21	26	-5
19 America MG	11	20	2	5	13	14	31	-17
20 Ponte Preta	8	19	2	2	15	14	38	-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

Played games

Goias

Botafogo SP

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.30

Scored

Avg. per game

1.26

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

14 (70%)6 (30%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

12 (63%)7 (37%)

Goias

Recent matches

Botafogo SP

Under /Over

(70%)14 6(30%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(58%)11 8(42%)

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

Under /Over

(40%)8 12(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(37%)7 12(63%)

/Yes

(40%)8 12(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)10 9(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Goias

Botafogo SP

Shots

Goias

Total shots

10.33 avg / game

Blocked

50 total

Avg. 2.78

Botafogo SP

Total shots

10.33 avg / game

Blocked

47 total

Avg. 2.94

Goias Pass Botafogo SP

Total passes

7048

Avg. 392 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

4822

Avg. 268 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Goias

Played games

Botafogo SP

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.21

3.95

Corners

4.84

18.20

364

Throw-ins

356

18.74

1.65

Offsides

1.58

2.45

GK saves

1.89

Goias

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo SP

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.75

1.84

0.20

0.05

11.35

227

Fouls

243

12.79

6.65

133

Tackles

113

5.95

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

Atletico Clube Goianiense

Botafogo SP

BRA

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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