Botafogo Favored to Beat Cruzeiro in Big Brasileirão 2025 Clash
So, this Sunday, August 3rd, we’ve got a pretty exciting match coming up in the 18th round of the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro — Botafogo vs. Cruzeiro, kicking off at 4 PM (Brasília time) at Estádio Nilton Santos. Now, all eyes are on this matchup, especially because Botafogo is stepping in as the favorite, and not just in public opinion — the odds from major betting sites back it up.
Even though Cruzeiro is sitting strong as the vice-leader in the league standings, their recent form hasn’t exactly inspired confidence. They were just beaten at home by Ceará in the league and came off a scoreless draw against CRB in the Copa do Brasil. On top of that, this match is being played away, in Rio, which naturally gives Botafogo a bit of a psychological and tactical edge.
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Botafogo, meanwhile, seems to be on a solid upward trend. They’ve picked up some key results lately — like a 2–0 win over Bragantino in the Copa do Brasil and a convincing performance against Vasco. With 26 points from 15 games, they currently sit in 6th place, but the team’s playing with more confidence now, especially at home. Marlon Freitas is back from suspension, and Savarino looks set to return to the starting eleven, following an excellent outing in the cup match.
On the other side, Cruzeiro has some uncertainties. Fagner’s availability is doubtful after suffering a nasty challenge in the last game. His right foot had to be immobilized, and there’s no confirmation yet if he’ll play. Marquinhos, too, is recovering from a virus and might or might not feature. That means coach Leonardo Jardim will likely have to make some key last-minute decisions, especially in defense and attack.
In terms of betting tips, here’s what’s standing out: a Botafogo win is going for around 2.18 odds, while Kaio Jorge — Cruzeiro’s standout striker — is a popular pick to either score or assist, with 2.87 odds. He’s actually the top scorer in the Brasileirão right now, with 13 goals and 4 assists in 16 games. And if you're someone who looks at corner stats, both teams average just over 10 per match combined, so betting on more than 10 corners (at 2.25 odds) could be smart.
The game will be broadcast on pay-per-view via Premiere and also available for streaming through Globoplay if you’ve got the right package. Whether you’re in it for the odds, the action, or just following your club, this should be one of the better fixtures of the round. Let’s see if Botafogo can take full advantage of their home turf — or if Cruzeiro manages to bounce back and surprise.
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