Botafogo SP vs Juventude Prediction: 24.07.2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Série B Preview

Botafogo SP host Juventude at Estadio Santa Cruz in Ribeirao Preto in a Série B clash that carries real table weight. Juventude sit fourth with 23 points from 14 games, just eight points off leaders Criciuma, while Botafogo SP are 16th with 15 points from 13 matches, close enough to the top half to make this a must-not-lose situation. The visitors arrive in considerably better recent form, having won two of their last three, and their defensive record of just six goals conceded in 14 league outings is the most telling edge in this fixture.

Midfielder Raí da Silva Pessanha is the player to track in the Juventude side, contributing one goal and two assists across his last three matches while generating eight shots and carrying the most direct threat from midfield. For Botafogo SP, José Hugo Sousa dos Santos stands out with one goal and two assists in three appearances, combining well with Morelli, who also has a goal and an assist in that same span.

Hot stat: Juventude have kept a clean sheet in three of their last four matches, conceding just once across that run, a level of defensive solidity that Botafogo SP’s attack of six goals in five games will need to crack.

Botafogo SP vs Juventude Prediction

Juventude’s form, defensive record, and superior standings position make them the logical selection here. They have won two of their last three, conceded zero in their most recent outing against Cuiaba, and their 4-1-4-1 shape has been disciplined in transition. Botafogo SP have drawn four of their last five league games and have not won in their two most recent matches, suggesting a team that struggles to close out games rather than one building momentum. Betting on Juventude to win or the draw covering a double chance for the visitors carries genuine value given the bookmakers’ near-even split between all three outcomes.

Juventude commit more fouls on average across their last five matches (65 vs 59), accumulate more yellow cards (9 vs 6), yet also attempt far more shots (35 vs 26), reflecting a team that presses higher and accepts the contact that comes with it. Botafogo SP’s 832 passes to Juventude’s 801 suggests the home side tries to build patiently, but their lower shot count indicates that possession does not convert into chances at the same rate. With Juventude generating more corners (10 vs 11, nearly level) and more free kicks (64 vs 32), the visitors dominate set-piece volume and that is where Messias Rodrigues, who has scored once from defense, poses an additional threat.

• We predict a Juventude win or draw as the primary market selection, leaning toward a narrow Juventude victory.
• Under 2.5 goals looks attractive given Juventude’s defensive structure and Botafogo SP’s tendency to draw low-scoring games.
• Both Teams to Score: No, reflecting Juventude’s clean sheet run.

Team Analysis

Botafogo SP have played three matches in the last 30 days, winning one and drawing two. Their most recent outing was a 0-0 draw against Londrina PR, a side sitting 17th in the table. Before that, they drew 3-3 with Sport Recife in a high-scoring game that flattered their goal numbers, and won 3-1 against Avai. Across five recent matches they scored six goals but also conceded, and their single free kick goal from 32 attempts shows set-piece delivery has not been a reliable weapon. The draw against Londrina, a bottom-half side, underlines the inconsistency under Cláudio Tencati, and their 29% win rate across 21 league games this year confirms this is a team that too often settles for points rather than chasing them.

Juventude have been sharper. Three matches in the last 30 days produced two wins and one draw, and their last outing was a clean 2-0 win over Cuiaba. Before that, a 1-0 win against Vila Nova, a second-placed side, demonstrated they can beat quality opposition. The 0-0 draw with Nautico interrupted a strong sequence, and the 3-0 demolition of America MG showed attacking depth when space opens up. Maurício Barbieri’s side have a 41% win rate across 34 games this year, nearly double Botafogo SP’s mark, and their goals against column of just six in 14 league matches is the best defensive return among the top five in the table. Safira leads the forward line with energy, and Raí Pessanha’s combination of creativity and shot volume makes him the key figure in midfield.

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Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Botafogo SP the Narrow Favourite

• Moneyline Botafogo SP 2.50 | Juventude 3.20
• Draw 2.90
• Over/Under Over 2.5 — | Under 2.5 —
• BTTS (both teams to score) Yes — | No —

The bookmakers’ average gives Botafogo SP a 38% win probability as home side, with Juventude at 30% and the draw at 32%. The home advantage is priced in, but those odds do not fully account for Juventude’s superior defensive record and recent form. At 3.20, Juventude represent genuine value for a side that has won two of three, conceded once in their last four, and sit ten positions higher in the table. Pinnacle’s 2.53 on Botafogo SP is the most honest reflection of the home edge, and that remains the ceiling for backing the hosts.

Possible Starting Lineups

Cláudio Tencati’s 4-1-4-1 shape places Matheus Sales as the holding midfielder protecting a back four of Brey, Vilar dos Santos, Augusto, and Wallace. Rafael Gava and Morelli provide the midfield creativity, with both contributing goals and assists in recent games. Patrick Brey is the most dangerous defensive player in this squad, scoring twice from right back across the last three matches, and he is worth watching at set pieces. José Hugo Sousa dos Santos leads the attacking line with two assists and one goal in three appearances, combining well with Hygor on the forward press.

Maurício Barbieri runs the same 4-1-4-1 system, with Jandrei in goal making eight saves across three matches and earning his place as the defensive anchor. Messias Rodrigues has contributed a goal from center back and is a set-piece threat. Raí Pessanha drives the attack from midfield with eight shots and three direct goal contributions in three games, while Safira provides physical presence up front with five shots and 10 fouls drawn. Luan Martins Goncalves feeds possession through the left channel with one assist and 10 fouls committed, making him the engine of Juventude’s press. Sam Rodrigo and Patryck provide width from the full-back positions.

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TipsGG Match Prediction

Juventude arrive as the form team with a defensive record that Botafogo SP’s attack has not earned the right to dismantle. Botafogo SP’s five-match run includes three draws and one loss, and their most recent game was a goalless stalemate with a relegation-threatened side. Juventude, to be honest, are a more complete unit right now: they shoot more, press harder, earn more free kicks, and concede far less. We predict a narrow Juventude victory, 1-0 the most likely scoreline, with Raí Pessanha or Messias Rodrigues the most likely names on the scoresheet. The under 2.5 goals market and Juventude clean sheet are the two bets that carry the best statistical backing from the data available.

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