Botafogo hosts Cruzeiro in a key Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A fixture. Botafogo has shown resilience with a 5-match unbeaten streak including home successes, while Cruzeiro remains defensively solid and unbeaten in their last 13 meetings versus Botafogo, making this a tightly contested matchup.
Key Factors to Consider
Botafogo averages 0.93 goals per match at home with a strong recent unbeaten run; Cruzeiro averages 1.07 goals per match away and have not lost a direct encounter to Botafogo in the last 13 meetings.
In 40 historical matches, Cruzeiro leads with 16 wins vs. Botafogo's 11; 13 draws recorded. Over 60% of matches have both teams scoring (BTTS). Average goals per match between them is 2.48.
No significant injury updates currently available for either side.
Match played at Botafogo's home ground, Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos, which favors the home side; no adverse weather or scheduling concerns noted.
Botafogo looks motivated to continue strong home form as a top scorer ‘Kaio Jorge’ from Cruzeiro challenges them, while Cruzeiro aims to maintain dominance in this fixture to fight for league positioning.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Botafogo: 115, Draw: 225, Cruzeiro: 265
Botafogo
★★★☆☆ 68%
Spread
Botafogo -0.25: -120, Cruzeiro +25: 100
Botafogo -0.25
★★★☆☆ 62%
Over/under
Over 2: -118, Under 2: -102
Under 2
★★★☆☆ 60%
Top EV Betting Odds
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Botafogo 18%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 2 19%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2 at 19% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 19.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Botafogo to win on the moneyline, cover -0.25 spread, and match to go under 2 goals total.
Cruzeiro hosts Ceará in a Brasileirão Série A clash where recent form and head-to-head history strongly favor the hosts, who are unbeaten in their last 10 matches.
Key Factors to Consider
Cruzeiro have won 7 and drawn 3 of their last 10 matches, posting a 70% win rate and no defeats. Ceará has been inconsistent, with 5 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses in their last 10, including 3 losses in their last 6. Cruzeiro's offensive and defensive metrics are superior in this matchup[1].
In direct matchups, Cruzeiro leads with 4 wins, Ceará has 2 wins, and 2 draws. The average goals per game in head-to-head matches is low (1.5), and under 2.5 goals is a common result. Cruzeiro also leads in clean sheets and comeback victories[1][2].
No specific injury updates are available in the provided data. Assume near-full squads unless new information arises.
No major external variables (weather, schedule congestion, etc.) are evident in the data. The match will be played at Cruzeiro's home ground, where they are historically strong.
Cruzeiro, competing at home, is likely highly motivated to capitalize on good form and solidify their league position. Ceará, with more inconsistent results, may struggle to impose their game plan away from home[1].
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Cruzeiro -220 | Draw 330 | Ceará 650
Cruzeiro
★★★★☆ 82%
Spread
Cruzeiro -1 (-125) | Ceará +1 (105)
Ceará +1
★★★☆☆ 68%
Over/under
Over 2.25 (-102) | Under 2.25 (-118)
Under 2.25
★★★★☆ 73%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Cruzeiro 5%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 2.25 15%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.25 at 15% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 17.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Cruzeiro's superior recent form and home advantage make them clear favorites, with a low-scoring, controlled victory the most likely outcome.
Corinthians host Cruzeiro in a closely contested Brazilian Campeonato match. Both teams have similar odds, reflecting their evenly matched head-to-head history and current form.
Key Factors to Consider
Corinthians and Cruzeiro have been performing competitively in recent matches. Corinthians are currently ranked 10th, while Cruzeiro leads the league, but recent form suggests a intense encounter.
Historically, both teams have won nearly the same number of matches against each other, with Corinthians edging out slightly in direct matches.
Injury reports are not detailed in available data, but both teams should be at near full strength.
The match is at Corinthians' home stadium, which could provide an advantage. However, Cruzeiro's strong league position indicates they are well-prepared for away games.
Cruzeiro's motivation is high to maintain their lead in the league, while Corinthians seek to climb the rankings.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Corinthians: 175, Cruzeiro: 175, Draw: 205
Draw
★☆☆☆☆ 28%
Spread
Corinthians: 0 -110, Cruzeiro: 0 -110
Cruzeiro
★★★☆☆ 52%
Over/under
Over: 2 -105, Under: 2 -115
Over
★★★☆☆ 60%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Corinthians 37%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 2 7%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Corinthians at 37% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 18.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given the tight odds and historical data, the best value lies in the draw and over markets. However, the draw is less likely due to the strong form of both teams, making the over market more appealing.
Location: Governador Magalhães Pinto, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Game Overview
Cruzeiro faces off against a struggling Juventude in a Serie A matchup. Cruzeiro is favored strongly, sitting in 2nd place, while Juventude is 18th. Recent form suggests Cruzeiro has a significant advantage.
Key Factors to Consider
Cruzeiro has won three of its last five matches with a goal difference of 8:1, indicating strong form. In contrast, Juventude has lost four matches in a row with a goal difference of 1:10.
Historical head-to-head data is not explicitly provided, but Cruzeiro's current form suggests a favorable outcome.
No significant injury reports are noted for either team.
No external factors such as weather or crowd opposition are likely to impact the game significantly.
Cruzeiro has high motivation to win to maintain their ranking, while Juventude needs a win to avoid relegation concerns.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Cruzeiro: -345, Juventude: 1000, Draw: 440
Cruzeiro
★★★★☆ 78%
Spread
Cruzeiro: -1.5 -110, Juventude: 1.5 -110
Cruzeiro to win by more than 1.5 goals
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over: 2.5 -112, Under: 2.5 -108
Over 2.5
★★★☆☆ 60%
Top EV Betting Odds
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Cruzeiro -10%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 2.5 4%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 2.5 at 4% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 4.6% (Kelly Criterion)