Goias vs Botafogo Prediction: Botafogo Showcasing Exceptional Performances this Season

In the upcoming fixture of Brazil Serie A, Matchday 6, Goias will be up against Botafogo at the Estádio Hailé Pinheiro – Serrinha in Goiânia. With Botafogo having a dream run, the upcoming matchup could have the visitors claim another three win points. According to the table standing of today, Goias stands 18th with just a win from 5 matches and 3 points. On the other hand, Botafogo is leading the points table with 5 wins and 15 points. Goias and Botafogo last played in September 2022, and Botafogo won 0-1. Though Goias has won two of the last four matches played between the two, Botafogo will be the starting favorites for tomorrow’s matchup. Continue reading to find out more about the scheduled contest. 

Goias - Has Lost Three of the Last Five Matches Played (LLWLW)

Going in the matchup against Botafogo, Goias is coming off a clean-sheet defeat against Flamengo (2-0). Goias only managed a possession of 43% against Flamengo, along with 6 shots on target. Despite having 6 shots on target, Goias failed to secure a single goal. With the likes of Palacios, Morelli, Ricardo, and Vinicius in the lineup, Goias will be looking forward to making the most of the home advantage. Goias has scored five goals in the last five matches played, averaging 1.00 goals per game. With a nominal goal-scoring average, Goias can only give itself a 50% chance of winning and not win matches exactly. In comparison to the scoring average, Goias has conceded 9 goals, averaging 1.80 goals per game. Hence, Goias will be looking forward to playing with a balanced strategy in order to minimize the scoring from the other end. In the last two home matches, Goias has managed a win against Corinthians (3-1) and a denting clean sheet defeat to Palmeiras (0-5). 

Expected Opening Lineup for Goias

Duma Cha, Mac Allister, Torrent, Villalba, Nuss, Cabral, Moyano, Metilli, Sanchez, Avalos, Verona. 

Botafogo - Yet to be Defeated in Brazil Serie A This Year (WWDWW)

With Botafogo carrying a winning run so far in Brazil Serie A, five in five wins, the upcoming matchup is likely to have Botafogo as a clear favorite. In the last outing against Corinthians, Botafogo took the lead in the first half, with Tiquinho Soares scoring the opening goal in the 13th minute of play. Next, Soares managed to bag another goal in the second half on a penalty. Carrying the momentum forward, Carlos Eduardo struck the third goal of the match with an assist made by Matias Segovia. From the last five matches played across all competitions, Botafogo has secured 4 wins and a draw. Talking about the scoring average, Botafogo has scored 10 goals and has conceded 2. Hence, the scoring average is quite dominant compared to the conceding average. In the last four home matches, Botafogo has been in sublime form. However, in its last away match it surprised Flamengo (2-3). 

Expected Opening Lineup for Botafogo

Fernandez, Borges, Adelson, Cuesta, Marcal, Tche Tche, Pires, Junior, Joao, Jeffinho, and Tiquinho.

Expert Betting Tips

Though Goias is playing at home, but it has lost its last home match against Palmeiras. I am backing Botafogo to win and score at least 2 goals against Goias. As Botafogo has kept 4 of the last 5 matches in clean sheets, I am predicting Botafogo to win 0-2. Moreover, Eduardo and Soares are likely to enjoy the outing against Goias, scoring goals upfront. 

• Botafogo to Win for 2.20
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.66
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.836