Botafogo vs Bahia Ba Prediction
🔊 In the 26th round of the Brazilian Serie A, Botafogo will host Bahia at the Nilton Santos Stadium. Both teams sit closely in the standings-5th and 6th place with the same number of points-and this match presents a crucial opportunity to solidify their positions. Botafogo are experiencing a slump, having secured just one win in their last five league matches. Bahia, meanwhile, have also faced challenges but managed to secure their first victory in five games in the previous round by defeating one of the top sides. Home support could be a significant factor for Botafogo, while Bahia will aim to capitalize on this chance to improve their away form and continue their push for higher positions.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 04 May 2025 and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (with Bahia as the home side):
- possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 3 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 3 vs 4.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Botafogo and Bahia:
- 27 matches played;
- home team victories - 8, away team victories - 13, draws - 6;
- goals scored - 32 for Botafogo, 35 for Bahia;
- average goals in the first half - 1.26, in the second half - 1.22;
- average total goals per match - 2.48.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Botafogo FR Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Serie A tournament (Fluminense as the home side, Botafogo as the visitors). The match concluded with a 2-0 victory.
Here are the match statistics (Botafogo vs Fluminense):
- possession percentage: 53% vs 47%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 13 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 1 vs 3.
⚫ In their last outing, Botafogo suffered a 0-2 defeat away to Fluminense. The team currently sits 5th in the Serie A standings, but recent performances are far from reassuring. Under Davide Ancelotti, they have managed just one win in their last five matches, alongside two draws and two losses. It is crucial for Botafogo to break this negative streak to solidify their position in the upper part of the table and keep their rivals at bay. The upcoming match against Bahia will test the team's resolve and offer a chance to improve their standing.
Match Results: Botafogo FR
Bahia Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Serie A tournament (home team - Bahia, visitors - Palmeiras). The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Bahia vs Palmeiras):
- possession percentage: 53% vs 47%;
- corners: 1 vs 4;
- fouls: 13 vs 18;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
🔵 In the last round, an unpredictable Bahia pulled off a surprising victory against Palmeiras, who had been unbeaten for 12 matches in Serie A (1-0). This marked the first win for the "Tricolors" in their last five league games and over their last five matches overall. Bahia currently sit in 6th place in the standings and aim to build on this success to strengthen their position and continue their push for a top-table finish. The upcoming match against Botafogo presents a crucial opportunity to maintain this positive momentum, but Bahia have been inconsistent on the road: out of 12 away games, they have won only three, suffered five defeats, and drawn four times.
Match Results: Bahia
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 27;
- Home wins - 8, Away wins - 13, Draws - 6.
Statistics: Botafogo vs Bahia
- Matches played in the tournament: 25 vs 24;
- Wins: 11 vs 11;
- Win percentage: 44% vs 46%;
- Losses: 7 vs 6;
- Draws: 7 vs 7.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 5;
- Losses: 4 vs 4;
- Draws: 3 vs 1.
- Botafogo are unbeaten at home in 18 of their last 20 games.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's hosts average goals scored - 1.19, visitors - 1.3;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.48;
- Both teams have scored: overall - 15 times; at the host's field - 8 times.
Statistics: Botafogo vs Bahia
- Average total in the tournament: 2.2 vs 2.5;
- Average goals scored: 1.4 vs 1.33;
- Average first-half total: 0.64 vs 0.58;
- Average second-half total: 0.76 vs 0.75;
- Botafogo: average home total in the tournament - 1.83;
- Bahia: average away total in the tournament - 1;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 2.25) vs 1.7 (away - 1.4).
- Botafogo have scored less than 1.5 goals in the last five head-to-head matches against Bahia.
Corners Prediction
Botafogo: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 4.64; at home - 5.58;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.4; at home - 7.25.
Bahia: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 4.21, away - 4.33;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.6; away - 3.4.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 3.78 (1.89 for the hosts and 1.89 for the visitors);
- Average yellow cards at the host's field - 3.69 (1.69 for the hosts and 2 for the visitors).
Botafogo: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 2.16; at home - 2;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2.4; at home - 2.25.
Bahia: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 2.17, away - 2;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.9; away - 1.8.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 27;
- Both teams have scored overall - 15 times;
- At the host's field - 8 times.
Statistics: Botafogo vs Bahia
- Total matches played in the tournament: 25 vs 24;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 7 vs 13;
- BTTS for Botafogo at home - 5 (42%);
- BTTS for Bahia away - 6 (50%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS for Botafogo at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS for Bahia away - 4 (80%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Botafogo are struggling with their form, having secured just one win in their last five fixtures, while Bahia enter the match with a positive mindset after their first victory in five games. In the first round, the "Tricolor" already defeated Botafogo at home with a 1-0 win at "Fonte Nova". Both teams will be fighting for points, and every mistake could prove decisive. Our prediction: Botafogo's individual total under 1.5 goals - a bet that has hit in 4 of the last 5 matches for the "Lone Star" and in 5 consecutive head-to-head meetings between these teams. A likely scoreline is 1-1. The visitors are on an upswing and capable of putting up a fight on the road, while Botafogo continue to seek stability.
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