Botafogo vs Red Bull Bragantino Prediction: Can Botafogo Retain its Position?

In the upcoming fixture of the Brazil Serie A, Round 34, we have Botafogo taking on Red Bull Bragantino at the Estádio Nilton Santos in Rio den Janeiro. Going in the game, Botafogo stands 11th with 12 wins and 44 points from 11 games played. On the other hand, Red Bull Bragantino is unable to find a spot in the top 12 standings. At the moment Bragantino stands 13th with just 10 wins and 41 points from 33 games played. The last time these two sides competed, Botafogo won 0-1. 

Going in the game, Botafogo is coming off a draw against Fluminense (2-2), in which Carlos Eduardo and Jefferson scored goals. On both goal scoring instances; Junior Santos provided the prompt assist. With a formation of 4-3-3, Botafogo will look to apply themselves fully and retain their spot in the ongoing Brazil Serie A. With a goal scoring average of 1 goal per game, Botafogo is likely to play with a defensive approach. 

• Eduardo
• Jefferson
• Santos

Going in the game, Red Bull Bragantino is coming off a comprehensive win against Athletico Paranaense (4-2), in which Ramires, Werik, and Luan Candido scored goals. With a pressing formation of 4-2-3-1, Red bull Bragantino will depend on the shoulders of Ramires, Sorriso, and Guimaraes. With much improved and consistent goal scoring average of 1.4 goals per game, Red Bull Bragantino can upset Botafogo.

• Luan Candido
• Artur Guimaraes
• Alerrandro

Going in the high-voltage encounter, much will depend on how the sides execute their homework. With both sides having a decent goal scoring average, I expect both teams to score. However, I will back the home side to win and retain its spot in the table standings. 

• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.88
• Botafogo to Win for 2.33
• Correct Score 2-1 for 9.50