Match Analysis: Bahia vs Botafogo – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-04
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: Arena Fonte Nova (likely, based on home team status)
Game Overview
Clash between mid-table Bahia (7th) and Botafogo (8th) in Brazil's Serie A, with Bahia holding historical H2H dominance but Botafogo showing better recent form
Key Factors to Consider
- Bahia: 2W-3D-1L last 6 (DDLWW); Botafogo: 2W-2D-2L (WLDLW). Botafogo better in last 5 matches (4W-1D-0L vs Bahia's 3W-0D-2L)
- Bahia leads 12-8-6 in last 26 meetings (34-32 goals). Most common score: 2-1 (5x). Home advantage key: Bahia won 7/13 home H2H matches
- No specific injury data available in current reports
- Potential home advantage for Bahia at Arena Fonte Nova
- Both teams within 1 point in standings, fighting for top half positioning
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Bahia: +125, Draw: +240, Botafogo: +225 | Bahia win | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Spread | Bahia -0.25 (-110), Botafogo +25 (-110) | Bahia cover -0.25 spread | ★★★☆☆ 52% |
Over/under | Over 2.25 (-115), Under 2.25 (-105) | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Bahia 1% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 2.25 17% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.25 at 17% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 18% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Narrow home victory favored due to historical edge and home advantage, though Botafogo's superior recent form suggests potential upset
Predicted Score: 1-0 to Bahia