Skip to content
Elofoot

Brasileirão Série ABrasileirão Série A· Kick-off : Monday, November 23, 2026, 23:00 (UK time)

Botafogo vs Sao Paulo prediction: correct score and AI tips

BotafogoBotafogo–Sao PauloSao Paulo

Match analysis

Botafogo take on Sao Paulo on Monday, November 23, 2026 at 23:00 (UK time), a Brasileirão Série A, matchday 36 fixture. Venue: Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos, Rio de Janeiro. Nothing is settled in advance: the AI gives Botafogo 38%, Sao Paulo 35% and the draw 27%.

Botafogo have won just one of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 defeats), scoring 4 and conceding 8. Over their last 5 matches, Sao Paulo have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, scoring 6 and conceding 7. On recent form, there is little to separate the two teams. On average Botafogo score 0.80 and concede 1.60 goals per game; Sao Paulo score 1.20 and concede 1.40. In the table, Botafogo sit 11th with 42 points from 34 games, Sao Paulo 10th with 44 points from 34. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Botafogo have averaged 1.20 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.27 for Sao Paulo.

In the last 1 meeting between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Botafogo, 0 for Sao Paulo and 1 draw. The most recent ended Sao Paulo 1-1 Botafogo (May 23, 2026). Botafogo out or doubtful: J. Barrera, Danilo Santos, Kaio Pantaleao and Arthur Chaves (doubtful). Sao Paulo: Artur, N. Bosshardt, Buta, D. Duarte, Marcos Antonio, Sabino (suspended) and Ferreira (doubtful). In double chance terms, "Botafogo or draw" stands at 65%, "Sao Paulo or draw" at 62% and "no draw" at 73%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

38%
Botafogo (Win)
27%
Draw
35%
Sao Paulo (Win)

Double chance

65%
Botafogo or draw
62%
Sao Paulo or draw
73%
No draw

Exact score and goal markets 🔒

The most likely exact score, the top 5 scorelines, expected goals and the both-teams-to-score and over/under probabilities are part of the full prediction. They will be published here as a review once the match is over.

Unlock the exact score

Recent form

Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.

Botafogo

DateOpponentScore
Oct 29, 2026Remo · Brasileirão Série A1-2L
Oct 24, 2026Internacional · Brasileirão Série A0-3L
Oct 17, 2026Chapecoense-sc · Brasileirão Série A1-0W
Oct 12, 2026Coritiba · Brasileirão Série A1-1D
Oct 8, 2026Vasco DA Gama · Brasileirão Série A1-2L

Sao Paulo

DateOpponentScore
Oct 29, 2026Bahia · Brasileirão Série A2-3L
Oct 24, 2026Mirassol · Brasileirão Série A1-1D
Oct 18, 2026Vasco DA Gama · Brasileirão Série A1-0W
Oct 11, 2026Vitoria · Brasileirão Série A2-1W
Oct 8, 2026Cruzeiro · Brasileirão Série A0-2L

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
Botafogo114234
Sao Paulo104434

Head-to-head

DateScoreCompetition
May 23, 2026Sao Paulo 1-1 BotafogoBrasileirão Série A

Out and doubtful

Botafogo

  • J. Barrera (out)
  • Danilo Santos (out)
  • Kaio Pantaleao (out)
  • Arthur Chaves (doubtful)

Sao Paulo

  • Artur (out)
  • N. Bosshardt (out)
  • Buta (out)
  • D. Duarte (out)
  • Marcos Antonio (out)
  • Sabino (suspended)
  • Ferreira (doubtful)

Most regular starters

Botafogo

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • Alex Telles5/5
  • Gabriel Batista5/5
  • Matheus Martins5/5
  • N. Ferraresi5/5
  • Vitinho5/5
  • C. Medina4/5
  • Danilo Santos4/5
  • H. Ziyech4/5
  • Marcal4/5
  • Allan3/5
  • Arthur Cabral3/5

Sao Paulo

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • D. Bobadilla5/5
  • Robert Arboleda5/5
  • Jonathan Calleri4/5
  • Newton4/5
  • Pedro Lima4/5
  • Rafael4/5
  • Artur3/5
  • Iago Borduchi3/5
  • Luciano3/5
  • Marcos Antonio3/5
  • Sabino3/5

First detailed prediction free, no card required.

See the full prediction (scenario, scorers, half-time)

Other matches in this competition

Frequently asked questions

What is the Botafogo vs Sao Paulo prediction?

Our AI gives Botafogo a 38% chance of winning, the draw 27% and Sao Paulo 35%. Botafogo are therefore slight favourites.

When and where is Botafogo vs Sao Paulo played?

Monday, November 23, 2026 at 23:00 (UK time), Brasileirão Série A, matchday 36. Venue: Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos, Rio de Janeiro.

What form are Botafogo and Sao Paulo in?

Botafogo: 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (4 scored, 8 conceded). Sao Paulo: 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 7 conceded).

What is the head-to-head record between Botafogo and Sao Paulo?

In the last 1 meeting between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Botafogo, 0 for Sao Paulo and 1 draw. The most recent ended Sao Paulo 1-1 Botafogo (May 23, 2026).

Go further

Key terms explained