Match Preview
Botafogo SP will host Novorizontino at the Estádio Santa Cruz in Ribeirão Preto on Sunday, 6 July, with kickoff set for 22:30. Both teams are struggling for consistency, evident in their recent form; Botafogo has recorded just one win in their last five matches, while Novorizontino has fared slightly better with two wins in the same period. Historically, their encounters have been tightly contested, with only two of the last ten meetings resulting in a win for either side, and no matches featuring over 2.5 goals or both teams scoring.
A key angle to consider is Botafogo's home advantage. Despite their recent struggles, they will be keen to leverage the support of their home crowd to turn their fortunes around. On the other hand, Novorizontino will aim to build on their recent form, but their away record remains a concern. The odds reflect a closely matched contest, with Botafogo at 3.2 and Novorizontino at 2.75. Given the historical trend of low-scoring games, a cautious approach might suggest a bet on under 2.5 goals could be worth considering.