Serie B
Goiás vs Botafogo SP
Sat, 16 May 2026 - 22:30 (UK Time)
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Goiás vs Botafogo SP Prediction & Stats - Serie B 2026
Predictions
Goiás will face Botafogo SP in round 9 of the Serie B on Sat, 16 May 2026 at 22:30 (UK Time).
Read this detailed prediction to find well-researched betting tips for Esmeraldino vs Botafogo SP.
You will find useful statistics that can help you make informed decisions for your bet on the match.
Check out the sections below to find our tips, stats, and more.
If you are interested in more tips from this league, check out our Serie B predictions.
Eagle Predict Prediction
Goiás Win
Last updated on 14-05-2026.
Verdão da Serra vs Botafogo SP Betting Tips
Below, you will find our predictions for the match. They are handpicked for each match based on past results, statistics, and our smart algorithm.
👉 Prediction: Botafogo SP win or Draw
We have strong confidence in Botafogo SP’s ability to leave Estádio de Hailé Pinheiro with at least a point, making them a smart pick on the Double Chance market.
Botafogo SP has consistently put in solid away performances, while Goiás’s form has been far from convincing. An outright win might be a big ask, but the added security in case of a draw makes this bet interesting.
👉 Prediction: Under 2.5
Based on our research, Goiás vs Botafogo SP is shaping up to be a defensive match.
The stats suggest a careful approach from both teams, making under 2.5 goals a strong pick.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Our head-to-head statistics give you a detailed insight into the past performance of both teams.
Goiás vs Botafogo SP was on the match calendar 4 times in the past couple of years.
Out of those 4 matches, here are the results:
Esmeraldino win - 2
Botafogo SP win - 2
Draw - 0
Check the table below for the last matchups between the teams.
Head-to-Head Results
09/09/2024 19:00
18/05/2024 17:30
Goiás Stats
Esmeraldino played 8 matches in the Serie B this season.
Here’s how they performed over the last 8 matches
3 Wins
1 Draws
4 Losses
In those matches, they have scored and conceded the following number of goals:
Goals scored - 8
Average goals per match - 2.5
Goals conceded - 12
Average goals conceded per match 1.5
Get more details about the current form of Goiás from the statistics below.
Esmeraldino Last 5 Matches
General
30/05/2026 15:00
24/05/2026 18:00
16/05/2026 17:30
12/05/2026 20:30
09/05/2026 15:00
Botafogo SP Stats
Botafogo SP played 8 matches in the Serie B this season.
Here’s how they performed over the last 8 matches
2 Wins
3 Draws
3 Losses
In those matches, they have scored and conceded the following number of goals:
Goals scored - 10
Average goals per match - 2.25
Goals conceded - 8
Average goals conceded per match 1
Get more details about the current form of Botafogo SP from the statistics below.
Botafogo SP Last 5 Matches
General
01/06/2026 18:00
25/05/2026 18:00
16/05/2026 17:30
10/05/2026 18:30
02/05/2026 15:00
Match Details
Date: Sat, 16 May 2026 - Saturday
Time: 22:30 (UK Time)
League: Serie B
Stadium: Estádio de Hailé Pinheiro
Eagle Predict Prediction
Goiás Win
Last updated on 14-05-2026.
Stats
The statistics for Verdão da Serra vs Botafogo SP that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
1.88
League: 2.2
Both Teams to Score
38%
League: 48%
Over 1.5+
50%
League: 62%
Over 2.5+
25%
League: 42%
Cards
5.75
League: 5.83
Corners
8.75
League: 10.39
Home Team
Goiás
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
W
W
L
|
1.25 |
| Home |
W
W
L
W
W
|
2.25 |
| Away |
D
W
L
L
L
|
0.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 75% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scored | 1 | 1.25 | 0.75 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 0.75 | 2.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 38% | 25% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 38% | 25% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.13 | 1.09 | 1.17 |
|
xGA
|
1.41 | 1.41 | 1.41 |
Away Team
Botafogo SP
Brazil - Serie B
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
D
L
L
D
|
1.13 |
| Home |
L
D
D
L
W
|
1.25 |
| Away |
L
D
L
D
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 25% | 25% |
| Goals | 2.25 | 2.75 | 1.75 |
| Scored | 1.25 | 1.75 | 0.75 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 63% | 75% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 13% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.33 | 1.54 | 1.13 |
|
xGA
|
1.24 | 1.12 | 1.37 |
Corners
9.26 / Match
+39% Corners / Match
Botafogo SP received +39% more corners than Goiás in the Serie B
12.88 / Match
Atlético GO
(2)
Avaí
(6)
Botafogo SP
(4)
Vila Nova
(4)
Fortaleza
(3)
São Bernardo
(4)
Cuiabá
(4)(12)
Ponte Preta
(6)
Athletic Club
(5)
Goiás
(1)
Novorizontino
(11)
Náutico
(4)
Cuiabá
(7)
Atlético GO
Cards
3.25 / Match
+37% Cards / Match
Goiás received +37% more cards than Botafogo SP in the Serie B
2.38 / Match
Atlético GO
(3)
Avaí
(2)
Botafogo SP
(4)
Vila Nova
(5)
Fortaleza
(2)
São Bernardo
(2)
Cuiabá
(2)(2)
Ponte Preta
(4)
Athletic Club
(3)
Goiás
(2)
Novorizontino
(2)
Náutico
(3)
Cuiabá
(2)
Atlético GO
Goals Scored
1 / Match
+25%
Botafogo SP is +25% better in terms of goals scored
1.25 / Match
Atlético GO
(1)
Avaí
(2)
Botafogo SP
(1)
Vila Nova
(1)
Fortaleza
(1)
São Bernardo
(0)
Cuiabá
(0)(0)
Ponte Preta
(1)
Athletic Club
(0)
Goiás
(0)
Novorizontino
(1)
Náutico
(1)
Cuiabá
(1)
Atlético GO
Goals Conceded
1.5 / Match
+33%
Goiás condeded +33% more goals than Botafogo SP
1 / Match
Atlético GO
(1)
Avaí
(0)
Botafogo SP
(0)
Vila Nova
(0)
Fortaleza
(4)
São Bernardo
(1)
Cuiabá
(2)(0)
Ponte Preta
(2)
Athletic Club
(1)
Goiás
(1)
Novorizontino
(1)
Náutico
(1)
Cuiabá
(1)
Atlético GO
Serie B Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Sport Recife
|
11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 22 | 2 |
| 2 |
Vila Nova
|
11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 6 | 22 | 2 |
| 3 |
São Bernardo
|
11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 17 | 8 | 9 | 21 | 1.91 |
| 4 |
Náutico
|
11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 11 | 5 | 19 | 1.73 |
| 5 |
Fortaleza
|
11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 14 | 11 | 3 | 18 | 1.64 |
| 6 |
Criciúma
|
11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 13 | 10 | 3 | 17 | 1.55 |
| 7 |
Novorizontino
|
11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 14 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 1.55 |
| 8 |
Athletic Club
|
11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 13 | 11 | 2 | 17 | 1.55 |
| 9 |
Goiás
|
11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 13 | -1 | 17 | 1.55 |
| 10 |
Juventude
|
11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 16 | 1.45 |
| 11 |
Operário PR
|
11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 12 | 14 | -2 | 16 | 1.45 |
| 12 |
CRB
|
11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 14 | 1.27 |
| 13 |
Cuiabá
|
11 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 1.18 |
| 14 |
Atlético GO
|
11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 10 | 11 | -1 | 13 | 1.18 |
| 15 |
Ceará
|
11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 12 | 13 | -1 | 13 | 1.18 |
| 16 |
Botafogo SP
|
11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 10 | 0.91 |
| 17 |
Avaí
|
11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 15 | -4 | 10 | 0.91 |
| 18 |
Londrina
|
11 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 19 | -7 | 8 | 0.73 |
| 19 |
Ponte Preta
|
11 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 20 | -11 | 8 | 0.73 |
| 20 |
América Mineiro
|
11 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 6 | 22 | -16 | 3 | 0.27 |
Odds
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