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Botafogo PB vs Santa Cruz - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
Brazil
Serie C Jose Americo de Almeida Filho (Almeidao), Joao Pessoa 
AI Match Summary
Botafogo PB host Santa Cruz in the Serie C. Don't expect fireworks — both sides lean defensive. Recent numbers: Botafogo PB at 1.28 goals for, 1.14 against; Santa Cruz at 0.97 for, 0.76 against. Past meetings favor Santa Cruz slightly — 1-2-2 in wins/losses/draws. They last met on Sep 6, 2026, ending 1:0. xG projections (1.00 - 0.88) back Santa Cruz to edge this. Over 2.5 looks the sharpest market angle here.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
- Look at the last few games and Santa Cruz come out ahead of Botafogo PB on wins alone.
- Santa Cruz are the model's pick here, at 60%.
- This is a straightforward league game — the season-long numbers should hold up.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Botafogo PB | Santa Cruz |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 29 | 29 |
| Wins | 11 | 13 |
| Draws | 8 | 7 |
| Losses | 10 | 9 |
| Goals Scored | 1.28 | 0.97 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.14 | 0.76 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.00 | 0.88 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Attack & Defence Capability Index
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Attacking prowess: Botafogo PB scored in 72% of their last 29 outings.
Santa Cruz's defensive record shows goals conceded in 69% of 29 matches.
These sides typically produce 2.20 goals when they meet.
Botafogo PB has registered 2 games unbeaten in their last 5 outings.
Scoring Trends
Recent Form & Match History
Botafogo PB
(Home)Santa Cruz
(Away)League Standings (Group 1)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ferroviaria | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8:7 | 8 |
| 2 | Internacional de Limeira | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 11:9 | 7 |
| 3 | Brusque | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 9:9 | 6 |
| 4 | Paysandu PA | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4:7 | 4 |
League Standings (Group 2)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 5:2 | 11 |
| 2 | Maringa FC | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4:2 | 8 |
| 3 | Floresta EC | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3:4 | 5 |
| 4 | Botafogo PB | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 1:5 | 2 |
