Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas vs Cruzeiro Esporte Clube match preview and odds (August 1, 2025)

Série A | Matchday 18

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August 1, 2025 | 10:00 pmCruzeiro Esporte ClubeThe most detailed statistics and predictions ahead of the Série A match between Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas and Cruzeiro Esporte Clube at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos (Rio de Janeiro), as well as the most attractive betting odds!

Best Betting Tips

Both Teams To Score Yes/NoNoProbability53%Best Odd-BookmakerVisit T&C's apply

Goals Over/Under 2.5Under 2.5 goalsProbability60%Best Odd-BookmakerVisit T&C's apply

Win/Draw/WinBotafogo de Futebol e RegatasProbability39%Best Odd-BookmakerVisit T&C's apply

Expert TipUnder 3.5 goalsProbability80%Best Odd-BookmakerVisit T&C's apply

Our match prediction for the clash between Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas and Cruzeiro Esporte Clube takes into account everything from recent form to head-to-head records, as well as offering our expert tip for those looking to beat the bookies! Start with our free sports cappers picks and explore the odds for upcoming Série A game on August 1, 2025. We leave no stone left unturned in breaking down all of the most important statistics ahead of kick-off at 10:00 pm. Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas and Cruzeiro Esporte Clube are currently preparing for their tie on August 1, 2025, with the hosts looking to maintain their run of results in Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos (Rio de Janeiro). Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas have been one of the standout teams in Série A over recent weeks, with another positive result expected this time around.

Head-to-head record comparison

PerformanceBotafogo de Futebol e Regatas W 3 - 2 W 0 - 1 D 0 - 0 W 4 - 0 L 1 - 0 Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas recorded a 3 - 2 when they played against Ceará Sporting Club last time around.Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas has won 5 and lost 3 of their matches over the last 6 month, drawing 3 in the process. Having scored a total of 14 goals in their last 10 matches, Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas averages 1.4 goals per game. Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas let in a total of 4 goal(s) across the matches.PerformanceCruzeiro Esporte Clube D 0 - 0 W 2 - 1 W 0 - 2 D 0 - 0 W 0 - 4 Cruzeiro Esporte Clube defeated Esporte Clube Vitória in their last match by a scoreline of 0 - 0. Over the last 6 month, Cruzeiro Esporte Clube has registered a total of 7 wins, while losing 2 matches. As well as this, Cruzeiro Esporte Clube has drawn 3. In their last 10 matches, Cruzeiro Esporte Clube have scored a total of 15 goals, meaning that they have averaged 1.5 goals per 90 minutes.

Expert tip for the Derby match between Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas and Cruzeiro Esporte Clube

Our prediction for the match between Série A rivals Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas and Cruzeiro Esporte Clube is Under 3.5 goals at the end of the 90 minutes, which is available at odds of from ahead of kick-off. Given their recent performances, a probability rating of 80% perhaps comes as little surprise. A homewin is very likely to happen (39%). The analysis suggest Under 2.5 goals goals with odds of in this match (60%). And a No for both teams to score (53%).

Best TipUnder 3.5 goalsBest Odd At Go to T&C's apply. 18+