Botafogo vs Fortaleza: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sun, 07 Dec '25)

The upcoming Brasileirão Betano match between Botafogo and Fortaleza is scheduled at Estádio Nilton Santos in Brazil on Sunday, December 7, 2025, UTC. This encounter highlights a contest between two teams with a recent history of encounters and varying fortunes in the league.

In their past three head-to-head meetings, Botafogo emerged victorious twice, while Fortaleza has yet to claim a win against them. They played out one draw. Their latest meeting concluded with a commanding 5-0 victory for Botafogo as the away side, on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Entering this match, Botafogo has just played a 2-2 draw with Corinthians. Meanwhile, Fortaleza comes into the contest with confidence, having secured a 1-0 win over Atlético Mineiro.

Currently, in the domestic league standings, Botafogo holds the 5th position, whereas Fortaleza is in the 18th spot. Considering individual player performances, Botafogo's Artur stands out as the top scorer this season with five goals. Fortaleza's T. Pochettino, with his four assists, will need careful monitoring from Botafogo’s defense.

Player ratings add another layer of comparison between these two teams. For Botafogo, notable ratings include Igor Jesus with 7.39, Álvaro Montoro at 7.23, and Marçal at 7.22. On the Fortaleza side, João Ricardo holds a rating of 7.3, followed by Brenno at 7.17, and Vinicius Silvestre at 7.15.

In terms of possession, Botafogo has averaged 51.06%, slightly edging out Fortaleza's 45.08%. This could play a crucial role in dominion and field control. Regarding corner statistics, Botafogo has averaged 4.86 per match while Fortaleza has tallied a slightly higher 5.86. Discipline remains an area both teams need to maintain focus on, with Botafogo receiving 88 yellow and 4 red cards, while Fortaleza has accumulated 99 yellow and 4 red cards this season, with both having conceded three penalty goals.

Analyzing these statistics creates a clearer picture for predicting outcomes. Botafogo, given their superior head-to-head record, better league position, and higher individual player ratings, seem to have a statistical edge in this matchup. However, as always in football, the current form and other dynamics can significantly influence the outcome.

Ultimately, based on the current stats and historical performance, Botafogo appears to have an upper hand and are likely to emerge victorious in this clash.