Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League

Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

In a match valid for the Brazilian Serie B, Goiás secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Botafogo-SP at the Arena Nicnet. Anselmo Ramon's goal just before halftime proved to be the decisive moment. Botafogo-SP, playing a 5-4-1 formation, held the majority of possession with 56.1%, but struggled to convert it into clear-cut chances, managing only 2 shots on target from a total of 12. Goiás, in a 4-2-3-1 setup, were more clinical, with 2 shots on target from 7 attempts.
The game saw a total of 6 yellow cards, 3 for each side, indicating a fiercely contested affair. Goiás committed more fouls, totaling 16, compared to Botafogo-SP's 10. The AI-powered pre-game prediction favored a Goiás win, which proved accurate. The model didn't anticipate a balanced game, and the statistics reflect Botafogo-SP’s struggle to convert possession into goals.
Analyzing the teams' recent form, Botafogo-SP has been struggling with consistency, failing to win their last five games, including two draws and three losses. This game reflects their difficulties in converting possession into goals, a recurring theme in their recent matches. Their next match is away against Operario PR, a team that has also been inconsistent recently, with three losses, one win and one draw in their last five matches. Goiás, on the other hand, has shown signs of improvement with two wins, one loss and one draw in their last four matches. Goiás's next match is at home against Avaí, a team in excellent form with three wins and two draws in their last five games.
Historically, Goiás defeated Botafogo-SP in their most recent encounter in May 2024 with a score of 4-0, highlighting Goiás's dominance in that match. While Botafogo-SP won the most recent match in September 2024 (1-0). Considering both teams' current form and the upcoming matches, Goiás seems to have a slight advantage based on their improved performance and Botafogo-SP’s continued struggles in converting chances. Goiás's ability to capitalize on limited opportunities proved to be the key difference in this match.