Prediction for match Botafogo — Fortaleza, 07.12.2025

Odds and Probability Percentages for the Match Outcome

In Brazil's Serie A on December 7, Botafogo will face Fortaleza. According to the odds, a win for Botafogo is priced at 1.98, a draw at 3.54, and a win for Fortaleza at 3.95. The probabilities are distributed as follows: Botafogo - 48.53%, Draw - 27.14%, Fortaleza - 24.33%. For the total over 2.5 goals, the odds are 1.92, and the same for under 2.5 goals at 1.92. Both teams to score: yes - 1.73, no - 2.00. For individual team totals: Botafogo over 1.5 - 1.97, Fortaleza over 1 - 2.05. For double chance, 1X is offered at 1.26, X2 at 1.85.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Botafogo drew 2-2 with Cruzeiro (04.12), drew 2-2 with Corinthians (30.11), and won 3-2 against Gremio (22.11). Fortaleza, in their last three games, defeated Corinthians 2-1 (03.12), Atletico Mineiro 1-0 (30.11), and RB Bragantino 1-0 (26.11). Looking at the average metrics over a five-game series, Botafogo's ball possession is 52.2%, yellow cards - 1.8, fouls - 16.2, offsides - 1.4. For Fortaleza, possession is 33.4%, yellow cards - 2.4, fouls - 11.4, offsides - 1.6. In their last head-to-head on August 9, 2025, Fortaleza lost to Botafogo 0-5.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In the last five games, Botafogo's total over 2.5 was achieved 4 times, under 2.5 once. For Fortaleza, over 2.5 occurred 3 times, under 2.5 twice. Botafogo's average total goals is 3.6, Fortaleza's is 3.2. Botafogo averages 2 goals scored per match, conceding 1.6, while Fortaleza also scores 2 but concedes 1.2. By halves, Botafogo's total over 1.5 in the second half occurred 4 out of 5 times, Fortaleza's 3 out of 5. In the first half, both teams recorded over 1.5 goals 2 out of 5 times. Goal intervals: Botafogo often scores in the 0-15 and 76-90 minute intervals (30% each), Fortaleza in the 0-15, 31-45, and 61-75 intervals (25% each). For goals conceded: Botafogo's most vulnerable period is 46-60 minutes (38%), Fortaleza's is 61-75 (38%). Overall, the teams demonstrate an over-profile, supported by over 2.5 goals and average goals, as well as frequent scoring after the break. This makes the bet on total over 2.5 goals at 1.92 an optimal choice.

Analysis of Corner Totals

Botafogo averages 6.4 corners per match, Fortaleza - 4. Over a five-game series, Botafogo's total corners over 9.5 occurred 3 times, Fortaleza's 4 times. The closest to the average total is 9.5, with both options available: total corners over 9.5 - 1.65, under 9.5 - 2.08. When betting on corners, it is logical to consider the option for total over 9.5, given the average values of both teams and the frequency of exceeding this level. For the outcome on corners, Botafogo is the favorite with odds of 1.56.