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Botafogo Fortaleza betting prediction
 Botafogo |
|  Fortaleza |
Betting suggestion:
Botafogo is looking for three points to secure a comfortable position at the top of the table, while Fortaleza needs points to avoid relegation. The visitors' need for a result could make the match balanced, but the home team has greater control and attacking prowess. The tip for this game is to bet on a Botafogo victory.
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Preview
Botafogo and Fortaleza face at Estádio Nilton Santos, in a match for the 38th round of the Serie A. In the last league head‑to‑head, played in 10‑08‑2025, Botafogo got an away win by (0‑5). At this stadium, the head‑to‑head history favours the home team, since they have a record of 3 wins in the last 3 matches. Sure enough, the last time these teams met at this stadium, on 01‑09‑2024, in a match for the Serie A, Botafogo won by (2‑0). The goals of the match were scored by Igor Jesus (73' and 90' ) for Botafogo. In this match the home advantage may play an important role, since Fortaleza presents significant differences between home and away performances.
Analysis Botafogo
After 16 wins, 12 draws and 9 losses, the home team is in the 7th position, havinf won 60 points so far. In the last match, they have tied in an away match against Cruzeiro by (2‑2), after in the previous match they have tied (2‑2) an away match against Corinthians. This is a team that usually maintains its competitive levels in home and away matches, since in the last 30 matches they register 5 wins, 6 draws and 4 losses in away matches; against 8 wins, 4 draws and 3 losses at their stadium. For the league, Botafogo won 20 points out of 30 possible points, after 6 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses in the last 10 home matches. Their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored goals in 7 of the last 10 matches for this competition. In 37 matches for this competition, they have conceded the first goal 14 times and have only turned the score around in 2.
Botafogo arrives at the final round with a consistent campaign and already guaranteed a spot in the Libertadores Cup, but is still seeking direct qualification for the group stage. Playing at home, the team should adopt a dominant posture, controlling the pace of the game and pressing from the first minutes. The solidity shown throughout the season reinforces the confidence in achieving a positive result. The expectation is for an organized team, with offensive intensity and total focus on victory. Finishing the championship with a strong performance in front of their fans is another element that boosts the team.
Botafogo arrives at the final round with a consistent campaign and already guaranteed a spot in the Libertadores Cup, but is still seeking direct qualification for the group stage. Playing at home, the team should adopt a dominant posture, controlling the pace of the game and pressing from the first minutes. The solidity shown throughout the season reinforces the confidence in achieving a positive result. The expectation is for an organized team, with offensive intensity and total focus on victory. Finishing the championship with a strong performance in front of their fans is another element that boosts the team.
Confirmed Lineup: Raul, Marçal , Alex Telles, Gabriel Bahia, Vitinho, Marlon Freitas , Allan, Álvaro Montoro, Jordan Barrera, Artur , Arthur Cabral .
Coach: Davide Ancelotti.
Analysis Fortaleza
The away team is currently in the 16th position of the league, with 43 points won, after 11 wins, 10 draws and 16 losses. In the penultimate match, they won in a home match against Atlético Mineiro, by (1‑0). In the last match, they won in a home match against Corinthians, by (2‑1). This is a team that usually makes good use of the home advantage, stronger with the help of its supporters, since in the last 30 matches they register 3 wins, 4 draws and 8 losses in away matches, with 17 goals scored and 29 conceded; against 6 wins, 3 draws and 6 losses at their stadium, with 15 goals scored and 19 conceded. Their last away match for this competition ended in a win by (0‑1) against Bragantino. In the last 10 away league matches Fortaleza has a record of 3 wins, 3 draws and 4 losses, so they have won 12 points out of 30 possible. Defensive consistency hasn’t been their best feature, as they have conceded goals in 7 of the last 10 matches, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored goals in 9 of the last 10 matches for this competition. In 37 matches for this competition, they have conceded the first goal 18 times and have only turned the score around in 1.
Fortaleza is experiencing a remarkable period of growth in the final third of the Brasileirão and arrives at the last round with nine unbeaten matches. This resurgence has lifted the team out of the relegation zone, and now their fate is in their own hands to remain in the top flight. Even playing away from home, they must maintain the competitive attitude that has marked their recent run, seeking a balance between a solid defense and quick transitions. A draw could suffice, provided other results go their way, but a victory eliminates any risk and guarantees their survival without depending on other results. Motivation is high, and the team promises to fight until the last minute.
Fortaleza is experiencing a remarkable period of growth in the final third of the Brasileirão and arrives at the last round with nine unbeaten matches. This resurgence has lifted the team out of the relegation zone, and now their fate is in their own hands to remain in the top flight. Even playing away from home, they must maintain the competitive attitude that has marked their recent run, seeking a balance between a solid defense and quick transitions. A draw could suffice, provided other results go their way, but a victory eliminates any risk and guarantees their survival without depending on other results. Motivation is high, and the team promises to fight until the last minute.
Confirmed Lineup: Brenno , Eros Mancuso, Lucas Gazal, Diogo Barbosa, Gastón Ávila, Lucas Sasha , Pierre, Tomás Pochettino, Breno Lopes, Yago Pikachu, Adam Bareiro.
Coach: J. Vojvoda.
Frequently asked questions
👉 Which is the recommended bet for the Botafogo Fortaleza match?
The tip and bet suggestion for the Botafogo vs Fortaleza match, on 7 December 2025, of the preview written by the editors of Betting Academy Kenya, goes to: Botafogo wins ⇒ bet available on betfair.
👉 In which stadium will the Botafogo Fortaleza be played?
The Botafogo vs Fortaleza on 7 December 2025 will be played at Rio de Janeiro, Estádio Nilton Santos.
👉 Which is the most voted bet for this match?
The most voted bet by tipsters at Betting Academy Kenya, for the Botafogo Fortaleza match, on the "match odds" market, was a win by Botafogo at with 73% of the tips.
Serie A
Serie A - 2025
- 100% 381 / 382 Games
- Home team wins 50.13%
- Draws 26.25%
- Away team wins 23.62%
- Over 1.5 71.92%
- Over 2.5 45.93%
- Over 3.5 24.41%
- Goals 960
- Goals /match 2.52
- Goals /match home 1.52
- Goals /match away 0.99
- Both teams score 47.24%
- Goals after 80' 18.23%
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