Serie B · AI Match Analysis
Botafogo SP vs Athletic ClubAI Prediction & Match Report
Match overview
A Serie B basement battle where both Botafogo SP and Athletic Club are winless in their last five matches (both 0W-3D-2L). Despite Botafogo's relegation pressure, their 0.6 GFA suggests a struggle to justify their 2.00 favorite status against a side that has beaten them twice in the last year.
Team news & motivation
Relegation pressure — three points needed to ease the table fight.
Mid-table position — playing for momentum and bonus targets rather than survival or Europe.
Injuries & suspensions
Probable lineups
- 01 Victor Souza · G
- 22 Gabriel Inocencio
- 04 Vilar · D
- 13 Wallace · D
- 26 Felipe Vieira · D
- 10 Rafael Gava · M
- 16 Matheus Sales · M
- 17 Guilherme Queiroz · M
- 08 Everton Morelli · M
- 07 Kelvin · M
- 09 Hygor · F
- 01 Luan Polli · G
- 22 Diogo Batista · D
- 03 Jhonatan Silva · D
- 04 Belezi · D
- 14 Marcelo Henrique · D
- 17 Kauan Rodrigues · M
- 16 Joao Miguel · M
- 15 Jota
- 05 Ian Luccas · M
- 11 Max · F
- 21 D. Vera · F
Tactical analysis
Expect a low-tempo opening phase with Botafogo SP attempting to control possession but struggling to penetrate Athletic Club's mid-block. Goal timing is likely skewed toward the second half; [score withheld] is the most statistically probable scoreline given recent form. If the match is [score withheld] at 60', the draw probability will sharpen significantly.
Key stats
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- —Over 2.5 (last 6)—
Head-to-head & recent form
- 25 May 2026Botafogo SP vs Athletic Club· Serie B1–2
- 14 Sep 2025Athletic Club vs Botafogo SP· Serie B2–0
- 12 May 2025Botafogo SP vs Athletic Club· Serie B0–3
Standings context
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Criciuma | 17 | 9 | 6 | 2 | +8 | 33 |
| 2 | Vila Nova | 16 | 9 | 4 | 3 | +7 | 31 |
| 3 | Novorizontino | 16 | 8 | 6 | 2 | +13 | 30 |
| 4 | Fortaleza EC | 16 | 8 | 4 | 4 | +4 | 28 |
| 5 | Operario-PR | 16 | 8 | 4 | 4 | +3 | 28 |
| 6 | Juventude | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | +8 | 26 |
| 7 | São Bernardo | 16 | 7 | 4 | 5 | +7 | 25 |
| 8 | Sport Recife | 16 | 6 | 7 | 3 | +6 | 25 |
| 9 | Goias | 16 | 7 | 3 | 6 | -5 | 24 |
| 10 | Cuiaba | 16 | 5 | 8 | 3 | +3 | 23 |
| 11 | Athletic Club | 16 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 22 |
| 12 | Nautico Recife | 16 | 6 | 3 | 7 | +2 | 21 |
| 13 | Atletico Goianiense | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | -1 | 21 |
| 14 | Botafogo SP | 16 | 5 | 4 | 7 | +2 | 19 |
| 15 | CRB | 16 | 5 | 4 | 7 | -5 | 19 |
| 16 | Londrina | 16 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 18 |
| 17 | Ceara | 16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -5 | 17 |
| 18 | Avai | 16 | 3 | 4 | 9 | -8 | 13 |
| 19 | Ponte Preta | 17 | 2 | 2 | 13 | -22 | 8 |
| 20 | America Mineiro | 16 | 1 | 3 | 12 | -17 | 6 |
Prediction model
Betting angles
Risk warning
- Model confidence: 56% · Data quality: high
- Lineups, injuries and momentum can move sharply in the final hour before kickoff — always re-check before placing a bet.
- OddysAI surfaces analytical edge, not guarantees. Stake responsibly and never chase losses.