Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips Predictions

Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: July 29, 2025 | Estádio Nilton Santos | Copa Betano do Brasil | 23:00 BST

The Round of 16 of the Copa Betano do Brasil is upon us, and both sides will be looking to make it further than they did so last year. Last year’s Brazilian Champions Botafogo will be the undeniable favourites heading into this tie, and with home advantage will be looking to take a comfortable lead to Bragantino.

Key Betting Tip: First-Half Draw at 2.19 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Predicted Lineups

Botafogo Predicted XI: John; Cuiabano, Barboza, Kaio, Ponte; Freitas (c), Newton; Montoro, Fernandes, Artur; Cabral.

RB Bragantino Predicted XI: Cleiton (c); Lopes, Rodríguez, Henrique, Hurtado; Gabriel, Ramires; Barbosa, Jhon, Vinicinho; Pitta.

There are three missing for Davide Ancelotti, with Matheus Martins, Jeffinho, and Bastos all out. Cuiabano and Ponte could start after impressing in the last match.

The visitors will be missing Juninho Capixaba, alongside Eduardo Santos. Vinicinho could start following injury to Mosquera, who could be a doubt, and his impressive display off the bench.

Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Current League Standings

Botafogo currently sit 5th in the Brasilieiro Serie A with 25 points, however due to their games in hand, they could rise to as high as 3rd. So far, they have won seven, drawn four, and lost three. In the last round, they knocked out Capital 4-1 on aggregate.

Meanwhile, RB Bragantino are in 4th place, with 27 points. They have won eight matches, drawing three, and losing five. In the last round of this cup, they demolished Criciúma 6-1 on aggregate.

Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Head-to-Head Timeline

Bragantino have only been in the top tier since 2020, so head-to-head matches have come few and far between. Botafogo have won this fixture eight times, with the Red Bull side winning just three, and four draws.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• December 2025: RB Bragantino 1-0 Botafogo (Serie A)
• December 2024: RB Bragantino 0-1 Botafogo (Serie A)
• April 2014: Botafogo 2-1 RB Bragantino (Serie A)
• November 2024: RB Bragantino 1-1 Botafogo (Copa Libertadores)
• January 2024: Botafogo 2-1 RB Bragantino (Copa Libertadores)

Botafogo have won three of the recent meetings, with RB Bragantino winning just the one. These games tend to be very tight fought, with all games having just a one goal margin aside from the draw. In the last meeting, Bragantino were victorious thanks to an early goal from Eduardo Sasha.

Recent Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Matches Analysis

Botafogo Last 5 Matches:

• Botafogo 1-0 Sport (A) – Serie A
• Botafogo 0-0 Vitória (H) – Serie A
• Botafogo 2-0 Vasco (A) – Serie A
• Botafogo 0-1 Palmeiras (N) – Club World Cup
• Botafogo 0-1 Atletico Madrid (N) – Club World Cup

Their Club World Cup campaign ended on a sour note against fellow countrymen in Palmeiras. Since their return to Brazil, Botafogo have got back to work, winning seven points from a possible nine.

RB Bragantino Last 5 Matches:

• RB Bragantino 1-2 Flamengo (H) – Friendly
• RB Bragantino 0-1 Vitória (A) – Friendly
• RB Bragantino 2-2 São Paulo (H) – Friendly
• RB Bragantino 2-1 Corinthians (A) – Friendly
• RB Bragantino 0-3 Bahia (H) – Friendly

It has been tough going for Bragantino recently, as they have lost three of their last five, with their only victory coming against an inconsistent Corinthians side. They have seemed to achieve better results away from home recently, however.

Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a First-Half Draw. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Half-Time Draw @ 2.19 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a half-time draw in this fixture. Recent head-to-head and form suggest confidence in a half-time draw.

Key Players to Watch: Botafogo vs RB Bragantino

Arthur Cabral (Botafogo): The forward replaced the outgoing Igor Jesus after joining from Benfica, and has hit the ground running, scoring on his league debut, and he will look to make his mark in the cup later this week.

Isidro Pitta (RB Bragantino): The Paraguayan forward has been a spectacular impact sub this term, scoring four league goals despite only starting three times. He may get given an opportunity on Tuesday.

Botafogo vs RB Bragantino Match Facts

Stadium Information: The Estádio Nilton Santos is located in Rio de Janeiro and can capacitate 44,611 supporters. Over 270 matches have been played here, with the home side coming out on top 55% of the time, as games average 2.69 goals.