Botafogo SP 1-0 Ceara: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This is a tense lower-table contest with both sides chasing breathing room in the closing stretch of the campaign. Botafogo-SP have home backing, recent momentum and the possible stability of a three-centre-back system, while Ceará arrive in stronger broader form. The decisive personnel issue is Ceará’s loss of Vina alongside reduced full-back depth. Expect a guarded opening, direct attacking phases and a match that may turn on a dead-ball delivery or a mistake in midfield.

Head-to-head analysis

Botafogo-SP won the reverse fixture this season, interrupting a run in which Ceará had generally enjoyed the better results in this matchup. That recent away success gives the hosts a tangible reference point, but the longer sample does not make this a one-sided rivalry.

Injuries and absences

Ceará’s squad is materially weakened by Vina’s suspension and the absences of full-backs Bryan Borges and Sávio, reducing both creative depth and defensive rotation. Botafogo-SP regain Ericson but lose Leandro Maciel, so their midfield ball retention is also affected.

Form (last 5)

Botafogo SP vs Ceara stats

Last meetings

• 2026-06-20Ceara 0-1 Botafogo SP
• 2024-11-13Botafogo SP 1-4 Ceara
• 2024-07-26Ceara 4-1 Botafogo SP
• 2023-11-04Botafogo SP 2-2 Ceara
• 2023-07-08Ceara 3-0 Botafogo SP

Other Serie B matches

• Juventude – São Bernardo
• Atletico Goianiense – Sport Recife
• Nautico Recife – Vila Nova
• Cuiaba – Avai
• Operario-PR – Goias
• Fortaleza EC – CRB
• Novorizontino – Ponte Preta
• Criciuma – America Mineiro