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Serie B | Sat 24 Oct, 20:00

Avai v Botafogo SP Stats

Data last updated: Fri 23 Oct 2026, 08:28 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Botafogo SP and Avai face off in a crucial Serie B clash marked by intense relegation pressure and recent low-scoring trends. Botafogo SP, sitting 13th, have struggled to convert possession into goals, scoring just four in their last six matches, while Avai, 17th, arrive on the back of five consecutive away defeats. Both teams emphasize defensive compactness and cautious tactics, anticipating a tense midfield battle. The psychological edge lies with Avai, unbeaten in seven meetings against Botafogo SP, setting the stage for a tactical, low-tempo encounter where patience and defensive resilience will be paramount.

BT4Y match pick

Under 2.5 Goals

  • Botafogo SP have seen fewer than three goals in four of their last five matches.
  • Avai's last two matches have also stayed below the three-goal line.
  • Botafogo SP scored only four goals in their last six fixtures, highlighting attacking struggles.
  • Both teams are under relegation pressure, promoting cautious and defensive tactics.
  • Avai are unbeaten in their last seven meetings against Botafogo SP, including a recent 0-0 draw.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Under 2.5 Goals due to both teams' recent low-scoring patterns and defensive focus amid relegation battles. Botafogo SP's limited attacking output, with just four goals in six games, combined with Avai's defensive compactness and poor away form, suggests a tightly contested match unlikely to produce many goals. The model's 64.8% chance aligns closely with the implied , indicating a solid probability for a low-scoring outcome. This pick suits the tactical caution and recent form data, though the thin margins in such fixtures always warrant careful stake management.

Recent Low-Scoring MatchesBotafogo SP four of last five under 3 goals
Strong positive
Attacking StrugglesBotafogo SP 4 goals in last 6 matches
Positive
Defensive CompactnessAvai conceded 21 goals but focus on containment
Positive
Relegation PressureBoth teams cautious due to league position
Positive
Head-to-Head TrendsAvai unbeaten in last 7 meetings
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a tightly contested Serie B fixture where both Botafogo SP and Avai prioritize defensive solidity over attacking risk. Botafogo SP's difficulty in breaking down compact defenses and Avai's poor away form suggest limited goal-scoring opportunities. This tactical caution, combined with recent low-scoring trends, makes Under 2.5 Goals a sensible selection for this matchup.

Main risk

There is pressure on both sides, but it feels slightly different.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · match tactical and scoring outlook

“This match is poised to be a tactical arm wrestle with both sides under pressure to avoid defeat. Botafogo SP's possession control has not translated into goals recently, while Avai's defensive resilience and unbeaten head-to-head record suggest a low-scoring outcome is likely.”

Key Data Signals

Under 2.5 Goals evidence

Botafogo SP have seen fewer than three goals in four of their last five matches.

Avai's last two matches have also stayed below the three-goal line.

Botafogo SP scored only four goals in their last six fixtures, highlighting attacking struggles.

Both teams are under relegation pressure, promoting cautious and defensive tactics.

What To Watch In The Data

Under 2.5 Goals notes

  • Over the last nine head-to-head matches, the average goals per game is 2.22, with several recent encounters ending in low-scoring draws.
  • Botafogo SP's difficulty converting possession into goals against Avai's compact defense suggests a continuation of this trend, reinforcing the likelihood of Under 2.5 Goals in this fixture.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Avai0.6
Avg goals scored
Botafogo SP1.2
Avai1
Avg goals conceded
Botafogo SP0.4
Avai20%
BTTS rate
Botafogo SP20%
Avai40%
Over 2.5 goals
Botafogo SP20%
Market aligned with main pickUnder 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · Model 65% vs implied 65% · edge -0.6 pts
1.53
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 61%
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 39%
2.4
Check odds @ 2.4
Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 57%
1.44
Check odds @ 1.44
BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 43%
2
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 22%
4.5
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Both teams have exhibited low goal-scoring and BTTS rates, with Botafogo SP scoring 1.2 goals per game and Avai 0.6 recently, and both sides showing only 20% BTTS occurrence. This supports expectations of a tight, low-scoring match with limited goal exchanges.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Avai

DWWLL
Last 52W 1D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 2D 6L
18 Oct 2026H Athletic Club0-0
11 Oct 2026A Cuiaba1-0
07 Oct 2026H Londrina2-1
03 Oct 2026H Ceara0-1
27 Sep 2026A Criciuma0-3

Botafogo SP

WWWLW
Last 54W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 1D 5L
18 Oct 2026A CRB1-0
13 Oct 2026H Ceara1-0
07 Oct 2026A Operario-PR2-1
03 Oct 2026H Vila Nova0-1
29 Sep 2026H Ponte Preta2-0
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetfred guide price · Model 79% vs implied 64% · edge +15 pts
1.57
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Botafogo SP Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 70%
1.82
Check odds @ 1.82
Botafogo SP to WinBet365 guide price · model 44%
3.4
Check odds @ 3.4
Avai Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 45%
1.98
Check odds @ 1.98
DrawBet365 guide price · model 21%
3
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Avai to WinBetfred guide price · model 27%
2.3
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 48%
1.3
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Recent form data shows Botafogo SP scoring 1.2 goals and conceding 0.4 per game in their last matches, indicating a solid defensive base but limited attacking output. Avai's 0.6 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per game reflect struggles in attack and defensive vulnerability, reinforcing the likelihood of a low-scoring encounter.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionBotafogo SP Draw No BetBetfred guide price · Model 70% vs implied 55% · edge +15 pts
1.82
Check odds @ 1.82
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Botafogo SP to WinBet365 guide price · model 44%
3.4
Check odds @ 3.4
Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 75%
1.33
Check odds @ 1.33
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 39%
2.4
Check odds @ 2.4
Avai Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 45%
1.98
Check odds @ 1.98
BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 43%
2
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 21%
3
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The 64.8% for Under 2.5 Goals sits against roughly 65.4% implied by the current price (-0.6 pts). The Over 2.5 trend is 40% for Avai and 20% for Botafogo SP, so the goals angle is not just a price call. Botafogo SP have scored just four goals across their last six fixtures, underlining why chance quality and finishing could define this match.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Avai Over 2.5
20%Botafogo SP Over 2.5
2.22H2H avg goals
Over the last nine head-to-head matches, the average goals per game is 2.22, with several recent encounters ending in low-scoring draws. Botafogo SP's difficulty converting possession into goals against Avai's compact defense suggests a continuation of this trend, reinforcing the likelihood of Under 2.5 Goals in this fixture.

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