Our Predictions
Botafogo RJ are 4th with 43 points and have won 3 of the last 5 head-to-heads. Ceara’s home form is inconsistent and they are missing a key defender. With Botafogo’s attacking edge and injuries on both sides, the 2.50 away win odds offer solid value.
Ceara’s recent matches are low-scoring and Botafogo RJ concede only 0.6 goals per away match in their last 5. The odds hint at a tight game, especially with injuries in attack for both. The 1.67 odds for 'No' are logical with these defenses.
Four of Ceara’s last five at home and three of Botafogo RJ’s last five away ended under 2.5 goals. Injuries will likely limit attacking options, so the 1.50 odds on Under 2.5 make sense for this close contest.
Ceara vs Botafogo RJ Prediction & Match Preview – Serie A 2025
Welcome to Extratips, your home for football predictions! Ceara and Botafogo RJ clash in a pivotal Serie A matchup on October 19, 2025, at 19:00. Ceara sits 12th with 31 points from 25 matches, while Botafogo RJ, stronger this season, are 4th with 43 points after 27 games. Bookmakers rate Botafogo RJ as slight favorites (Away win: 2.50), with Ceara close behind (Home win: 2.80) and a Draw at 3.20.
Looking at history, Botafogo RJ edges the rivalry, winning 7 of 19 past meetings to Ceara's 3, with 9 draws. Their last five clashes broke evenly: Botafogo RJ 3 wins, Ceara 2, and no draws. Ceara’s recent home form is shaky, while Botafogo RJ is tough on the road.
Ceara’s strengths: defensive resilience, strong set-pieces, and midfield energy—but struggle to score. Botafogo RJ shine up top and defend well but tend to concede late. Key injuries plague both, including Ceara’s Luiz Otavio and several Botafogo RJ stars. Both sides are fighting for different goals: Ceara for safety; Botafogo RJ for the title race. Look out for tactical surprises and a tense, hard-fought affair. Will Botafogo’s attack break down Ceara’s backline? Or will the hosts snatch a crucial win?