The stage is set for 25.08.2026, when Botafogo and Atletico Paranaense will compete in the Brazil Serie A. It's a match where anything can happen, as both teams are known for their competitive spirit and balanced skills. We've analyzed everything from strategy to player form to give you the best prediction. Read on and get ready to bet on this exciting match!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Flamengo | 22 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 44/19 | 45 |
| 3 | Atletico Paranaense | 23 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 31/20 | 41 |
| 4 | Fluminense | 23 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 34/28 | 38 |
| 10 | Coritiba | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 28/30 | 31 |
| 11 | Botafogo | 22 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 35/34 | 30 |
| 12 | Vitoria | 23 | 8 | 5 | 10 | 23/33 | 29 |
Key Player Statistics: Botafogo vs Atletico Paranaense
Botafogo vs Atletico Paranaense Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serie A | Atletico Paranaense | Botafogo | 30.03.2026 | 4-1 |
| Serie A | Atletico Paranaense | Botafogo | 05.10.2024 | 0-1 |
| Serie A | Botafogo | Atletico Paranaense | 20.06.2024 | 1-1 |
| Serie A | Botafogo | Atletico Paranaense | 22.10.2023 | 1-1 |
| Serie A | Atletico Paranaense | Botafogo | 04.06.2023 | 1-0 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Botafogo | Atletico Paranaense | 01.06.2023 | 1-0 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Atletico Paranaense | Botafogo | 18.05.2023 | 3-2 |
| Serie A | Atletico Paranaense | Botafogo | 13.11.2022 | 3-0 |
| Serie A | Botafogo | Atletico Paranaense | 24.07.2022 | 2-0 |
| Serie A | Botafogo | Atletico Paranaense | 07.01.2021 | 0-2 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serie A | Vitoria | Botafogo | 17.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| CONMEBOL Sudamericana | Cienciano | Botafogo | 14.08.2026 | 6-1 |
| Serie A | Botafogo | Fluminense | 09.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Serie A | Cruzeiro | Botafogo | 26.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| Serie A | Botafogo | Vitoria | 24.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| Serie A | Botafogo | Santos | 17.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Serie A | Bahia | Botafogo | 30.05.2026 | 2-1 |
| CONMEBOL Sudamericana | Caracas FC | Botafogo | 28.05.2026 | 1-3 |
| Serie A | Sao Paulo | Botafogo | 23.05.2026 | 1-1 |
| CONMEBOL Sudamericana | Independiente Petrolero | Botafogo | 21.05.2026 | 0-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serie A | Atletico Paranaense | RB Bragantino | 16.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| Serie A | Santos | Atletico Paranaense | 10.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Vitoria | Atletico Paranaense | 07.08.2026 | 4-0 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Atletico Paranaense | Vitoria | 04.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| Serie A | Corinthians | Atletico Paranaense | 31.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| Serie A | Atletico Paranaense | Internacional | 26.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| Serie A | Sao Paulo | Atletico Paranaense | 23.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | RB Bragantino | Atletico Paranaense | 11.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Boca Juniors | Atletico Paranaense | 09.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Serie A | Atletico Paranaense | Mirassol | 30.05.2026 | 1-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Botafogo VS Atletico Paranaense
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Botafogo vs Atletico Paranaense
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Botafogo vs Atletico Paranaense
Botafogo are sitting 11th in the Brasil Serie A table and staring down a side that could make their night very uncomfortable. Atletico Paranaense arrive at Nilton Santos sitting third, with 41 points from 23 games, and they mean business.
Here's what you need to watch for. Atletico's forward K. Viveros is absolutely on fire. Fourteen goals in 22 league appearances. That is a number that demands respect, and Botafogo's defence — which has leaked 34 goals this season — is exactly the kind of opponent he thrives against.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about home advantage saving Botafogo here. Their recent form tells a different story. They lost to Vitoria, got crushed 6-1 by Cienciano in the Sudamericana, and dropped points at home to Remo. This is a side that is struggling badly when the pressure is on.
Atletico, meanwhile, have been quietly building something special. Wins over Santos, Internacional, and Sao Paulo in recent weeks. Their away form is sharp. They beat Santos 2-0 on the road and won at Sao Paulo too. These are not lucky results. This is a team with real quality and tactical discipline.
The head-to-head record adds another layer of intrigue. Atletico put four past Botafogo in their most recent meeting, winning 4-1. That kind of result leaves scars. And when Atletico visit or host Botafogo, the goals tend to flow. Seven of their last ten meetings produced three or more goals combined.
Here's a surprising insight that most previews will miss. Botafogo's top yellow and red card earners — A. Barboza and C. Medina — both carry discipline concerns. With Atletico's creative players like G. Benavidez and L. Esquivel willing to run at defenders, expect frustration and a card or two in the Botafogo midfield. The cards market is genuinely interesting here.
For betting purposes, Atletico at 3.30 looks like outstanding value for a side sitting third and in confident form. I would also back both teams to score given Botafogo's attacking output of 35 goals, and I strongly fancy Viveros to get on the scoresheet at any price under 2.50.
My prediction: Botafogo 1-2 Atletico Paranaense. Viveros scores. A Botafogo midfielder sees yellow before the hour. And Atletico take another step towards the title race. This one has quality written all over it. Do not miss it.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Telles | Brazil | 33 | Defender | 181 | 71 |
| Marçal | Brazil | 37 | Defender | 178 | 74 |
| Raul | Brazil | 29 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 79 |
| Danilo Santos | Brazil | 25 | Midfielder | 176 cm | 69 kg |
| Newton | Brazil | 26 | Midfielder | ||
| M. Ponte | Uruguay | 23 | Defender | 178 | 74 |
| Matheus Martins | Brazil | 23 | Attacker | 179 | 77 |
| Bernardo Valim | Brazil | 20 | Midfielder | 188 | 78 |
| C. Loor | Ecuador | 20 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 67 |
| J. Barrera | Colombia | 20 | Midfielder | 175 | 65 |
| Kauan Toledo | Brazil | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Lucas Camilo | Brazil | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | 68 kg |
| Caio Valle | Brazil | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Marquinhos | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a | |
| G. Justino | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| Gabriel Abdias | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| J. Lira | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| Kadu Santos | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| Arthur Izaque | n/a | Attacker | n/a | n/a | |
| F. Januario | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luiz Gustavo | Brazil | 39 | Midfielder | 186 | 77 |
| Léo | Brazil | 30 | Defender | 183 | 71 |
| Jádson | Brazil | 32 | Midfielder | 171 | 67 |
| Santos | Brazil | 36 | Goalkeeper | 192 | 84 |
| Gilberto | Brazil | 33 | Midfielder | 181 | 76 |
| J. Portilla | Colombia | 27 | Midfielder | 185 | 80 |
| K. Viveros | Colombia | 26 | Attacker | 180 | 77 |
| S. Mendoza | Colombia | 34 | Forward | 172 | 70 |
| J. Aguirre | Colombia | 29 | Defender | 186 | 79 |
| G. Benavídez | Argentina | 30 | Midfielder | 175 | 72 |
| Felipinho | Brazil | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| B. Zapelli | Argentina | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| L. Esquivel | Argentina | 24 | Defender | 180 | 78 |
| Mycael | Brazil | 22 | Goalkeeper | 187 | 78 |
| Derik | Brazil | 21 | Midfielder | 166 | 60 |
| Dudu | Brazil | 20 | Midfielder | 177 | 71 |
| João Cruz | Brazil | 20 | Attacker | 169 | 67 |
| Gilberto | Brazil | 21 | Defender | 164 | 71 |
| Arthur Dias | Brazil | 19 | Defender | 187 | 82 |
| Chiqueti | n/a | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Botafogo vs Atletico Paranaense match odds
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