Prediction for match Criciuma — Botafogo SP

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

In Brazil's Serie B on April 10, Criciuma will face Botafogo SP. The odds for a Criciuma win are 1.74, a draw is priced at 3.46, and a Botafogo SP victory is at 4.78. In terms of probabilities: Criciuma is at 53.56%, a draw is at 26.94%, and Botafogo SP is at 19.50%. Criciuma appears to be the favorite, though the gap in chances isn't vast. Additionally, the under 2.5 goals market is set at 1.70, making this an appealing option for the main prediction.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Criciuma lost to Goias 0-1 on April 7, drew with Atletico 1-1 at home on April 2, and defeated Nautico Recife 1-0 on March 22. In their last three games, Botafogo SP lost to Sao Bernardo 1-2 on April 5, beat America Mineiro 2-1 on April 1, and thrashed Fortaleza 4-0 on March 21. In their head-to-head on November 16, 2025, Criciuma defeated Botafogo SP 2-0. Over a five-match series: Criciuma holds 47.8% possession, receives 1.4 yellow cards, commits 7.6 fouls, and has 0.8 offsides per game. Botafogo SP has 44.2% possession, 2.6 yellows, 12.4 fouls, and 2.2 offsides per match. These figures highlight the differences in style and discipline between the teams.

How Many Goals Will Be Scored in Criciuma vs Botafogo SP

For goal statistics over a five-match series, Criciuma averages a total of 1.4 goals, scoring 0.8 and conceding 0.6. Botafogo SP averages a total of 2.6, scoring 1.8 and conceding 0.8. For over 2.5 goals: Criciuma has 0 out of 5, Botafogo SP has 3 out of 5. For over 1.5 goals: Botafogo SP has 3 out of 5, Criciuma has 0 out of 5. By halves: Criciuma has 0 out of 5 for over 1.5 in the first half, Botafogo SP has 2 out of 5; in the second half, Criciuma has 0 out of 5, Botafogo SP has 1 out of 5 for over 1.5. Criciuma most frequently scores between the 46th and 60th minutes (40%), while Botafogo SP scores most often between the 31st and 45th minutes (50%). Criciuma concedes most often in the first 15 minutes (100%), Botafogo SP between the 46th and 60th minutes (43%). Overall, Criciuma has a distinctly low-scoring profile, while Botafogo SP shows higher goal figures but lacks a consistent over-profile. Given Criciuma's low scoring and Botafogo SP's moderate numbers, betting on under 2.5 goals seems justified.

Analysis of Corner Totals

For average corners per match, Criciuma has 5.4, and Botafogo SP has 5. In Criciuma's last five games, the total corners over 9.5 occurred 3 out of 5 times, while Botafogo SP also had 3 out of 5. For the corner total line: over 9.5 is at 2.02, under 9.5 is at 1.75. Considering both teams' averages, betting on over 9.5 corners seems logical. Criciuma and Botafogo SP both regularly take corners, as confirmed by their recent match statistics. However, neither team stands out with a clear advantage in this area, making the total corners bet more reliable than betting on the outcome of corners.