Botafogo vs São Paulo Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 08 Dec 2024

Few Goals Expected

Botafogo and São Paulo might play out a low-scoring contest, with Under 2.5 looking like the best selection. We can head to the Total Goals market and secure odds of -118 for this selection.

Fogo Claimed Penalties Win in Last H2H

Botafogo have won back-to-back games. They recently enjoyed a 1-0 scoreline away to Internacional. Artur Jorge's side managed one shot on target and had 41% possession, with Jefferson Savarino netting the winner early in the first half.

São Paulo have lost in back-to-back outings, recently being beaten at home to Juventude 2-1. Tricolor Paulista had two shots on goal and recorded 62% possession, with Luciano Neves finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw Botafogo claim a 6-5 win over São Paulo. In the past 10 meetings between these teams, there has been three draws. Botafogo have won five games and São Paulo two.

Série A		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
6	Botafogo	20	10	5	5	30	13	17	30:13	35
7	São Paulo	22	8	8	6	26	23	3	26:23	32

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Botafogo have 5 wins and 5 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 4.8 shots on goal and 12.0 attempts. The Rio de Janeiro outfit have averaged 61.1% possession and 6.4 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 0.3 goals from 2.9 shots on goal, 8.0 attempts and 3.6 corners.

Top goalscorer Jefferson Savarino has found the net 3 times, Gregore 2, with Adryelson and two other players on 1. Jefferson Savarino is the top assists maker on 3.

São Paulo have won 4, lost 3 and drawn 3, with an average of 1.7 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 9.1 attempts. Luis Zubeldia's team have averaged 61.2% possession, 5.9 corners awarded and 4.6 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.2 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 8.4 attempts.

The top scorers have been Lucas Moura on 5, followed by Luciano Neves and Andre with 3. Wellington Rato has had 3 assists in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Botafogo confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): John Victor (GK), Mateo Ponte, Adryelson, Fernando Marcal, Alex Telles, Gregore, Marlon Freitas, Luiz Henrique, Jefferson Savarino, Thiago Almada, Igor Jesus.

São Paulo confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Jandrei (GK), Ruan, Sabino, Alan Franco, Igor Vinicius, Marcos Antonio, Rodrigo Nestor, Patryck, Santiago Longo, Andre, William Gomes.

Botafogo vs São Paulo Prediction & Betting Tips

There could be some merit in betting Under 2.5 when it comes to this Série A game. The two teams could be set to play out a low-scoring clash and we’re happy to take the odds of -118.

It's important to understand the players who are unavailable for the upcoming action and the respective form of each team. If you want stats, you have come to the right place and they form the basis of our football predictions.

Key Botafogo vs São Paulo league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Botafogo games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Botafogo games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Botafogo games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 São Paulo games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 São Paulo games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

Under 2.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 54.1% chance of winning. However, our experts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

There are some bigger-priced options for those looking for larger odds and that includes the Result & Total Goals market. Combine Under 2.5 Goals with one of the teams to triumph.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Botafogo 2 - 0 São Paulo

Botafogo are available at +430 to secure a 2-0 victory. Many bettors enjoy a correct score wager and there are some nice potential returns to be had.

Botafogo vs São Paulo Odds

The bookies favourites are 77% likely to win the match according to the latest betting odds, with Botafogo priced at -333 to triumph in this Serie A game. São Paulo are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +950.

It’s hard to split the odds between Over 2.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals for this match.

You can find hundreds of markets for every Série A match, with the leading football betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and In-Play selections before placing your bets.

Full-Time Result

1

-333

X

+425

2

+950

Half-Time Result

1

-127

X

+150

2

+700

Double Chance

1X

-2500

12

-714

X2

+225

Draw No Bet

1

-1250

2

+650

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.5

-100

2 Hcp +1.5

-127

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-110

Over 2.5

-112

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+132

No

-189

Botafogo vs São Paulo Lineups & Team News

Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Botafogo vs São Paulo team news.

We’re on hand to provide you with full details of the latest Série A squads.

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