Botafogo vs Ceará Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Jun 2025
Goals Look in Short Supply
The best strategy could be to back Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market at a price of -163. This looks like a standout wager, with Botafogo and Ceará set to contest a low-scoring contest.
1-1 Draw in Pair’s Last Encounter
Botafogo have achieved back-to-back victories at home. Their last game saw them land a 1-0 away win over Santos. Renato Paiva's side managed three shots on target and enjoyed 64% possession, with a late goal from Artur Guimaraes making all the difference.
Ceará lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Atlético Mineiro 1-0. Big Grandpa recorded three shots on goal and had 45% possession.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Botafogo hosted a 1-1 draw against Ceará in the last head-to-head. The previous 6 H2H games have seen four draws along with a win for Botafogo and a victory for Ceará.
| Série A | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 |  Botafogo |
21 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 30 | 14 | 16 | 30:14 | 35 |
| 11 |  Ceará |
22 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 21 | 22 | -1 | 21:22 | 27 |
Botafogo have 4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 10.3 attempts. Fogo have averaged 50.6% possession and 4.4 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 0.5 goals from 3.3 shots on goal, 9.8 attempts and 4.5 corners.
Top goalscorer Igor Jesus has found the net 3 times, with Artur Guimaraes and Jefferson Savarino scoring 2 each. The leading assistor is Artur Guimaraes with 3.
Ceará – Last 10 League GamesCeará have 4 victories, 3 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 4.0 shots on goal, 9.2 attempts and 1.1 goals. The Fortaleza club average 40.9% possession, 3.4 corners awarded and 5.4 corners against, while 0.8 goals have been conceded from 9.5 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal.
Pedro Raul got 4 goals, Marllon notched 2, while Lucas Mugni and two other players scored 1. Lucas Mugni has had 3 assists in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Botafogo confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): John Victor (GK), Vitinho, Jair Cunha, David Ricardo, Alex Telles, Gregore, Marlon Freitas, Artur Guimaraes, Gonzalo Mastriani, Santiago Rodriguez, Igor Jesus.
Ceará confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Fernando Miguel (GK), Fabiano Silva, Marllon, Willian Machado, Nicolas Vichiatto, Fernando Sobral, Diego, Antonio Galeano, Lucas Mugni, Pedro Henrique, Pedro Raul.
Botafogo vs Ceará Prediction & Betting Tips
The stats suggest that we’ll see a low-scoring Série A encounter, with a combined goal count of two or less looking the way forward. Land odds of -163 for Under 2.5 Goals.
We take note of any injuries or suspensions affecting each side before going ahead with our football predictions. The form guide and stats also help the team at Sportsgambler.com crunch the numbers ahead of the action.
Key Botafogo vs Ceará league stats:
Under 2.5 Probability
The bookies are estimating that there is a 61.9% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, we have this number between 65-70% based on our in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
If you want to push things a little further to get bigger odds, there’s the chance to back Under 1.5 Goals, with bettors needing one goal or less in order for the bet to secure a return.
Correct Score Prediction
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Ceará
Botafogo are available to back at +460 to secure a 1-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.
Player Prop Picks
Santiago Rodríguez (Botafogo) can be backed to have a minimum of one shot on goal at -123. He stands out as a value pick when it comes to Shots on Target, with the recommendation being to wager this player prop pick.
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Marques Allan (Botafogo) is available at +700 to find the net. The Anytime Goalscorer odds look really appealing considering all angles and we’ll take a chance on him.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you fancy a bet builder, then why not take less than three goals in total, Botafogo to claim a victory accompanied by Jefferson Savarino (Botafogo) to find the net at any time.
If you’re keen to wager different selections for the same football match, a bet builder will provide a solution. Many bettors like to create a personalised bet which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.
Botafogo vs Ceará Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Bookies Make Fogo Favourites to Win
Botafogo are the skinniest price to succeed in this Série A clash, with the favourites afforded a 63% probability based on their -167 betting odds with the bookies. If you want to back the outsider, Ceará are available at +500.
If you think Botafogo can win by two or more goals against Ceará, consider them at -0.75 on the Asian Handicap at -125. You’ll even win with half your stake if they win by one goal, with the other half refunded.
The contest is predicted to be a low-scoring one and that is borne out by Under 2.5 Goals trading at short odds. Providing that at least one side fails to score, then the No pick on the Both Teams to Score market will be a winner at -152.
Bettors love the flexibility that hundreds of markets provide and that is for every Série A game. The best football betting sites ensure that their customers always have plenty of options.
Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz Top of First Goalscorer List
Favourite Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz is priced at +380 to be the first player to find the net. There’s also the opportunity to back him to score any time at odds of +160.
Botafogo League Stats
Ceará League Stats
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins and 5 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 1 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 4.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.20 corners awarded and 2.60 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.75 corners awarded and 6.25 corners against in the last 4 away matches
- An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 4 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 3 of the last 4 away matches
- An average of 50.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 58.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 40.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 37.00% possession in the last 4 away matches
- Most possession in 0 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 0 of the last 4 away matches
- Top Scorers for Botafogo this season are Igor Jesus (3), Artur Guimaraes (2), Jefferson Savarino (2)
- Top Assistors for Botafogo this season are Artur Guimaraes (3), Marlon Freitas (2), Cuiabano (1)
Botafogo vs Ceará Lineups & Team News
It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Botafogo vs Ceará team news.
The Série A squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.
Botafogo Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Ceará Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Botafogo Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Ceará Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Botafogo Substitutes
- 1Raul
- 4Mateo Ponte
- 5Danilo
- 9Rwan Cruz
- 16Nathan Fernandes
- 19Kayke Queiroz
- 20Alexander Barboza
- 25Allan
- 28Newton
- 33Elias Manoel
- 63Serafim
- 77Kauan Lindes
Ceará Substitutes
- 2Rafael Ramos
- 8Matheus Araujo
- 29Bruno Tubarao
- 31Lucas Lima
- 33Eder
- 40Ramon
- 44Marcos Victor
- 77Fernandinho
- 80Guilherme Luiz
- 94Bruno
- 97Lourenco
- 99Lele
Previous Botafogo Lineups
Previous Ceará Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Série A Table
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flamengo | 22 | 15 | 5 | 2 | 47:10 | 50 |
| 2 | Cruzeiro | 23 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 37:16 | 47 |
| 3 | Palmeiras | 21 | 14 | 4 | 3 | 32:17 | 46 |
| 4 | Mirassol | 21 | 10 | 8 | 3 | 36:20 | 38 |
| 5 | Bahia | 21 | 10 | 6 | 5 | 29:24 | 36 |
| 6 | Botafogo | 21 | 10 | 5 | 6 | 30:14 | 35 |
| 7 | São Paulo | 23 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 27:23 | 35 |
| 8 | Bragantino | 23 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 28:33 | 31 |
| 9 | Corinthians | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 24:28 | 29 |
| 10 | Fluminense | 21 | 8 | 4 | 9 | 25:29 | 28 |
| 11 | Ceará | 22 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 21:22 | 27 |
| 12 | Internacional | 22 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 26:33 | 27 |
| 13 | Atlético MG | 21 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 21:25 | 25 |
| 14 | Grêmio | 22 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 20:27 | 25 |
| 15 | Vasco da Gama | 22 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 32:33 | 23 |
| 16 | Santos | 22 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 21:32 | 23 |
| 17 | Vitória | 23 | 4 | 10 | 9 | 19:34 | 22 |
| 18 | Juventude | 22 | 6 | 3 | 13 | 19:43 | 21 |
| 19 | Fortaleza | 22 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 22:34 | 18 |
| 20 | Sport Recife | 21 | 1 | 8 | 12 | 15:34 | 11 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flamengo | 12 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 32:3 | 30 |
| 2 | Cruzeiro | 12 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 23:9 | 28 |
| 3 | Bahia | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 19:10 | 24 |
| 4 | São Paulo | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 16:9 | 24 |
| 5 | Palmeiras | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 17:8 | 23 |
| 6 | Mirassol | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 23:10 | 22 |
| 7 | Fluminense | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 12:10 | 19 |
| 8 | Botafogo | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 18:9 | 18 |
| 9 | Bragantino | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 16:17 | 18 |
| 10 | Internacional | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 14:12 | 17 |
| 11 | Vitória | 11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 14:12 | 17 |
| 12 | Ceará | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 10:8 | 17 |
| 13 | Juventude | 12 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 14:14 | 17 |
| 14 | Corinthians | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 14:11 | 16 |
| 15 | Atlético MG | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 12:9 | 16 |
| 16 | Grêmio | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 9:9 | 16 |
| 17 | Fortaleza | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 16:16 | 14 |
| 18 | Vasco da Gama | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 14:14 | 13 |
| 19 | Santos | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 10:14 | 12 |
| 20 | Sport Recife | 10 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 8:16 | 5 |
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