Botafogo RJ vs Cruzeiro predictions, Jan 29, 2026

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In an exciting matchup set for January 29, 2026, Botafogo RJ will take on Cruzeiro MG in a highly anticipated Brazilian Serie A clash. Both teams have shown strong recent form, with Botafogo winning three of their last five matches, while Cruzeiro has also secured victories in three of their last five outings.

Botafogo RJ will have the home advantage in this fixture, which could play a factor in their performance. With odds of 2.49 for a home win, the team will likely rely on their solid defensive tactics and strong counter-attacking play to secure a positive result. On the other hand, Cruzeiro MG, with odds of 2.92 for an away win, will look to capitalize on their attacking prowess and skillful midfield play to come out on top.

With our model predicting a close game and a potential final score of 1-1, this match is shaping up to be a thrilling contest between two evenly matched sides. Fans can expect an intense battle on the field as both teams look to secure a valuable three points.

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Botafogo 37.5%

Draw 30.3%

Cruzeiro 32.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Brazilian Serie A Cruzeiro: 10.18% Botafogo RJ: 7.08%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.58	3.4	2.99
	2.48	3.05	2.92
	2.56	3.14	3.01	Watch and Bet
	2.4	3.1	2.8
	2.53	3.13	2.96
	2.54	3	3

Latest Results

21.01.26 Botafogo RJ – Volta Redonda – 1:0 18.01.26 Sampaio Corrêa FE – Botafogo RJ – 2:1 15.01.26 Portuguesa RJ – Botafogo RJ – 0:2 07.12.25 Botafogo RJ – Fortaleza EC – 4:2 04.12.25 Cruzeiro MG – Botafogo RJ – 2:2

22.01.26 Cruzeiro MG – Democrata de Governador Valadares – 0:1 17.01.26 Cruzeiro MG – Uberlândia EC – 5:0 14.01.26 Tombense FC – Cruzeiro MG – 1:2 10.01.26 Cruzeiro MG – Pouso Alegre FC – 1:2 14.12.25 Corinthians – Cruzeiro MG – 2:2 penalties

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Botafogo won 0.

Botafogo is showing really good form (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Cruzeiro‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

Cruzeiro may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Botafogo won 1 match, drew 10 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 16:29. (average 0.8:1.5).

Including home matches between the teams, Botafogo won 0 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 9:20. (average 0.9:2).

Latest Head To Head

04.12.25 Cruzeiro MG – Botafogo RJ – 2:2 03.08.25 Botafogo RJ – Cruzeiro MG – 0:2 27.07.24 Botafogo RJ – Cruzeiro MG – 0:3 14.04.24 Cruzeiro MG – Botafogo RJ – 3:2 03.12.23 Botafogo RJ – Cruzeiro MG – 0:0

Standings

2026

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Bragantino	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
2	Internacional	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
3	Vasco	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
4	Gremio	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
5	Botafogo RJ	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
6	Santos	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
7	Sao Paulo	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
8	Coritiba	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
9	Cruzeiro	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
10	Vitoria	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
11	Atletico-MG	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
12	Fluminense	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
13	Flamengo RJ	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
14	Palmeiras	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
15	Athletico-PR	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
16	Bahia	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
17	Corinthians	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
18	Mirassol	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
19	Remo	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0
20	Chapecoense-SC	0	0	0	0	0:0	0	0

Brazilian Serie A Outrights

1. Flamengo RJ: 3.31 (26.37%)

2. Palmeiras: 4.96 (17.62%)

3. Cruzeiro: 8.58 (10.18%)

4. Botafogo RJ: 12.33 (7.08%)

5. Fluminense: 14.5 (6.03%)

6. Bahia: 17.33 (5.04%)

7. Atletico-MG: 25.33 (3.45%)

8. Sao Paulo: 25.33 (3.45%)

9. Corinthians: 25.33 (3.45%)

10. Internacional: 42 (2.08%)

11. Santos: 42 (2.08%)

12. Vasco Da Gama: 50 (1.75%)

13. Mirassol: 50.33 (1.74%)

14. Gremio: 50.33 (1.74%)

15. Gama: 51 (1.71%)

16. Vasco: 54.25 (1.61%)

17. Bragantino: 79.5 (1.1%)

18. Athletico-PR: 87.83 (0.99%)

19. Vitoria: 117 (0.75%)

20. Coritiba: 129.5 (0.67%)

21. Remo: 142 (0.62%)

22. Chapecoense-SC: 175.33 (0.5%)

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