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Cruzeiro vs Botafogo Prediction
AI prediction, betting tips and full market odds for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo in the Brazilian Série A. Kick-off Sunday 26 July 2026, 19:00 UTC.
Cruzeiro face Botafogo in the Brazilian Série A, kicking off Sunday 26 July 2026, 19:00 UTC. Recent form: Cruzeiro have 3 wins from their last 5, while Botafogo have 2 wins from their last 5. In their last 5 meetings, Cruzeiro won 3, Botafogo won 1, 1 drawn. Our model ensemble simulates the match thousands of times and makes a Botafogo win the most likely result at 38%, projecting a 1.5-1.3 expected scoreline. Below you will find the model’s best bet, a full score probability heatmap and every betting market for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo with model probabilities and value against the latest bookmaker odds.
🔥 Best Bet
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 6.0% | 7.7% | 5.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| 1 | 9.1% | 11.8% | 7.7% | 3.3% | 1.1% |
| 2 | 6.9% | 9.0% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 0.8% |
| 3 | 3.5% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 4 | 1.3% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
Our prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo is generated entirely by our model ensemble: every market shows the model probability next to the bookmaker odds, so you can see exactly where the value sits. Our main pick is Botafogo Asian Handicap with a +1.5 start at odds 1.37, the selection our model is most confident in at 79%. On the match result, the model rates a Botafogo win the most likely 1X2 outcome at 38%. Goals lean under 2.5 (51%), both teams to score points yes (53%). Separately, the biggest value edge versus the bookmaker price is Botafogo or Draw at odds 2.05 (+38.5% model value).
Key numbers
⚽ Match Result (1X2)
The match result market prices Cruzeiro at 32% to win and Botafogo at 38%, with the draw at 30%. Our model makes a Botafogo win the most likely outcome.
| Selection | Model % | Odds | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botafogo Win | 38% | 4.55 | +71.5% |
| Draw | 30% | 3.65 | +9.1% |
| Cruzeiro Win | 32% | 1.73 | -43.9% |
🔀 Double Chance
Double chance covers two of the three results, lowering the odds in exchange for a wider safety net. The shortest price here is Botafogo or Draw at 2.05 (68% model).
| Selection | Model % | Odds | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botafogo or Draw | 68% | 2.05 | +38.5% |
| Cruzeiro or Draw | 62% | 1.18 | -26.5% |
📈 Over / Under Goals
Total goals are modelled from an expected 1.5-1.3 scoreline. The lean is under 2.5 goals at 51% probability.
| Selection | Model % | Odds | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 3.5 | 73% | 1.33 | -3.4% |
| Over 2.5 | 49% | 1.90 | -6.1% |
| Over 1.5 | 73% | 1.28 | -6.2% |
| Under 2.5 | 51% | 1.85 | -6.4% |
| Under 1.5 | 27% | 3.50 | -6.6% |
| Over 3.5 | 27% | 3.25 | -10.9% |
🥅 Both Teams To Score
Both Teams To Score asks whether each side finds the net at least once. Our model leans towards both teams to score at 53%.
| Selection | Model % | Odds | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTTS Yes | 53% | 1.80 | -4.0% |
| BTTS No | 47% | 1.91 | -10.9% |
⚖️ Asian Handicap
The Asian handicap removes the draw by giving one side a goals head-start, useful when Cruzeiro or Botafogo is a clear favourite.
| Selection | Model % | Odds | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botafogo -0.75 | 63% | 5.75 | +261.8% |
| Botafogo -0.5 | 58% | 4.21 | +142.3% |
| Botafogo -0.25 | 51% | 3.85 | +97.3% |
| Botafogo +0.25 | 39% | 2.47 | -4.2% |
| Cruzeiro +0.5 | 68% | 1.22 | -17.7% |
| Cruzeiro +0.75 | 72% | 1.14 | -17.9% |
| Cruzeiro -2 | 15% | 5.50 | -19.7% |
| Cruzeiro +0.25 | 61% | 1.26 | -22.6% |
| Cruzeiro -1 | 32% | 2.38 | -24.7% |
| Cruzeiro -0.25 | 49% | 1.54 | -25.0% |
| Cruzeiro -0.75 | 37% | 2.02 | -25.1% |
| Cruzeiro -1.25 | 26% | 2.78 | -26.8% |
| Cruzeiro -0.5 | 42% | 1.72 | -27.0% |
| Cruzeiro +0 | 55% | 1.33 | -27.1% |
| Botafogo +0.5 | 33% | 2.07 | -32.6% |
| Cruzeiro -1.5 | 21% | 3.13 | -34.4% |
| Botafogo +0.75 | 28% | 1.85 | -48.3% |
| Botafogo +1 | 23% | 1.57 | -63.3% |
| Botafogo +1.25 | 19% | 1.45 | -72.8% |
| Botafogo +1.5 | 14% | 1.37 | -80.6% |
| Botafogo +1.75 | 12% | 1.25 | -85.1% |
| Botafogo +2 | 10% | 1.15 | -89.1% |
How our AI model reached this pick
| Model | Match result | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Poisson | Away | 37% |
| Dixon-Coles | Home | 41% |
| GradientBoosting | Away | 39% |
Our ensemble puts this selection at 79%. The model table above shows each model’s view of the match winner; this pick is on a different market (goals or handicap), where the ensemble combines all available models into the probability shown.
Our model estimates a 79% chance for this selection, while the odds of 1.37 imply 73%. That gap between our estimate and the market price is where the value lies.
Expected goals: 1.52 for the home side, 1.30 for the away side. Most likely scorelines: 1-1 (12%), 2-1 (9%), 1-2 (8%).
Frequently asked questions
What is the prediction for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo?
Our main pick is Botafogo Asian Handicap with a +1.5 start at odds 1.37, with 79% model confidence. The biggest separate value edge is Botafogo or Draw at 2.05 (+38.5% value).
Who is the favourite for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo?
Our model makes a Botafogo win the most likely result at 38%. It projects an expected 1.5-1.3 scoreline for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo.
What is the predicted score for Cruzeiro vs Botafogo?
The most likely scoreline from our model is around 2-1, based on expected goals of 1.52 for Cruzeiro and 1.30 for Botafogo. The full score probability grid is shown in the heatmap above.
When do Cruzeiro and Botafogo play?
Kick-off is Sunday 26 July 2026, 19:00 UTC.
How are these predictions generated?
Every market probability is produced by our ensemble of independent statistical and machine-learning models, then compared against bookmaker odds to find value. No human opinion is involved.
Are these football tips free?
Yes, completely free. We publish new picks every morning across all our channels.
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