Botafogo sit 8th in the Serie A on 29 points from 20 matches, having scored 34 and conceded 32. The model rates their attack at 0.80× the league average and their defence at 1.45× goals conceded, where 1 is average and a lower defensive figure is better — below average at both ends by these numbers. Across their last 5 league matches they have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, most recently beating Cruzeiro 1-0 away. Next they host Fluminense in the Serie A on 9 August 2026, a match the model gives them 25%.
Model rating
How the model rates this team from its recent expected-goals output, relative to the league average.
Attacking strength0.80× league avg
Defensive solidity1.45× goals conceded
Recent league form
- W1-0away to Cruzeiro26 July 2026
- D0-0Vitoria23 July 2026
- W2-1Santos16 July 2026
- L1-2away to Bahia30 May 2026
- D1-1away to Sao Paulo23 May 2026
Last 5 league matches, most recent first.
Upcoming fixtures
Leading scorers
- Danilo Santos7 goals2 assists
- Arthur Cabral7 goals1 assists
League goals this season.
