Cruzeiro vs Botafogo RJ predictions, Jul 26, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

2 months ago

Brazilian Serie A, on Sunday, 3:00 pm ET

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As Cruzeiro MG prepares to host Botafogo RJ in a highly anticipated clash in the Brazilian Serie A on July 26, 2026, both teams come into this match with distinct momentum. Cruzeiro has demonstrated impressive form recently, winning three of their last four matches, showcasing a robust attacking strategy balanced by a disciplined defense. Their home advantage at Estádio Mineirão will be pivotal, as they look to capitalize on their recent successes and maintain pressure on the top of the league.

In contrast, Botafogo RJ enters the contest with two victories in their last five outings. While they have had moments of creativity and resilience, consistency has been lacking, potentially making them vulnerable away from home. Their tactical approach relies on solid midfield control and swift counterattacks, which could prove crucial against a Cruzeiro side that will likely dominate possession.

The bookmakers reflect these dynamics with odds favoring Cruzeiro at 1.81 to win, against Botafogo’s 4.18. A predicted score of 1-0 suggests a tightly contested match, where defensive organization and clinical finishing could determine the outcome. As both teams vie for crucial points, fans can expect a fiercely competitive encounter filled with tactical battles, yet no result is guaranteed.

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Cruzeiro
52.1%

Draw
26.1%

Botafogo
21.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

Outrights of Brazilian Serie A Cruzeiro: 0.63% Botafogo RJ: 0.51%

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Betting Odds

1	X	2
1.85	3.60	4.20
1.79	3.60	4.10
1.81	3.65	4.25
1.84	3.60	4.53	Watch and Bet
1.84	3.68	4.21
1.81	3.55	4.40

Latest Results

12.07.26 Grêmio RS – Cruzeiro MG – 1:3
04.07.26 Cruzeiro MG – Defensor Sporting – 2:0
31.05.26 Cruzeiro MG – Fluminense RJ – 1:1
28.05.26 Cruzeiro MG – Barcelona Guayaquil – 4:0
24.05.26 Cruzeiro MG – Chapecoense-SC – 2:1

16.07.26 Botafogo RJ – Santos FC – 2:1
10.07.26 FC Dynamo Moscow – Botafogo RJ – Canceled
04.07.26 CSKA Moscow – Botafogo RJ – Canceled
30.05.26 EC Bahia – Botafogo RJ – 2:1
27.05.26 Caracas FC – Botafogo RJ – 1:3

Facts

Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 13 and 9 in the zone Promotion ~ Copa Sudamericana (Group Stage: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Cruzeiro won 3.

Cruzeiro has been on a winning streak and is in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).

Botafogo‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

Recently, Cruzeiro has had a series of home games.

Recently, Botafogo has had a series of away games.

In this match, Cruzeiro is a strong favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Cruzeiro won 9 matches, drew 9 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 28:19. (average 1.4:1).

Including home matches between the teams, Cruzeiro won 4 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 9:7. (average 0.9:0.7).

Latest Head To Head

29.01.26 Botafogo RJ – Cruzeiro MG – 4:0
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

Standings

2026

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Palmeiras	18	12	5	1	30:13	17	41
2	Flamengo RJ	17	10	4	3	31:16	15	34
3	Fluminense	19	9	5	5	29:24	5	32
4	Bragantino	19	9	3	7	26:20	6	30
5	Athletico-PR	18	9	3	6	24:18	6	30
6	Bahia	18	8	5	5	27:23	4	29
7	Coritiba	18	7	5	6	24:24	0	26
8	Sao Paulo	18	7	4	7	23:20	3	25
9	Botafogo RJ	18	7	4	7	33:32	1	25
10	Vitoria	18	7	4	7	22:25	-3	25
11	Atletico-MG	18	7	3	8	22:23	-1	24
12	Corinthians	18	6	6	6	18:19	-1	24
13	Cruzeiro	18	6	6	6	24:28	-4	24
14	Internacional	18	5	6	7	21:22	-1	21
15	Santos	19	5	6	8	27:31	-4	21
16	Gremio	19	5	6	8	21:25	-4	21
17	Vasco	19	5	5	9	22:30	-8	20
18	Mirassol	18	5	4	9	20:25	-5	19
19	Remo	18	4	6	8	21:29	-8	18
20	Chapecoense-SC	18	1	6	11	17:35	-18	9

Brazilian Serie A Outrights

1. Palmeiras: 1.63 (52.07%)

2. Flamengo RJ: 2.27 (37.32%)

3. Fluminense: 28.5 (2.97%)

4. Athletico-PR: 97 (0.87%)

5. Bahia: 100.33 (0.85%)

6. Bragantino: 105.33 (0.8%)

7. Sao Paulo: 117 (0.72%)

8. Cruzeiro: 133.67 (0.63%)

9. Botafogo RJ: 167 (0.51%)

10. Corinthians: 167 (0.51%)

11. Atletico-MG: 175.33 (0.48%)

12. Internacional: 233.67 (0.36%)

13. Santos: 233.67 (0.36%)

14. Coritiba: 233.67 (0.36%)

15. Vasco: 317 (0.27%)

16. Gremio: 358.67 (0.24%)

17. Vitoria: 400.33 (0.21%)

18. Mirassol: 483.67 (0.18%)

19. Remo: 483.67 (0.18%)

20. Chapecoense-SC: 900.33 (0.09%)

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