CA Paranaense vs Botafogo FR, Serie A 2024 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
CA Paranaense vs Botafogo FR — Serie A at Arena da Baixada.
- CA Paranaense 23 games · 41 pts (2026/26)
- Botafogo FR 21 games · 30 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE Palmeiras | 23 | 48 |
| 2 | CR Flamengo | 21 | 42 |
| 3 | CA Paranaense | 23 | 41 |
| 4 | Fluminense FC | 23 | 38 |
| 5 | EC Bahia | 22 | 33 |
| 6 | Cruzeiro EC | 22 | 33 |
| 7 | RB Bragantino | 22 | 32 |
| 8 | SC Corinthians Paulista | 22 | 32 |
| 9 | Coritiba FBC | 23 | 31 |
| 10 | Botafogo FR | 21 | 30 |
| 11 | CA Mineiro | 21 | 29 |
| 12 | Sao Paulo FC | 22 | 27 |
| 13 | EC Vitoria | 22 | 26 |
| 14 | Gremio FBPA | 21 | 25 |
| 15 | SC Internacional | 22 | 23 |
| 16 | Mirassol FC | 21 | 23 |
| 17 | Santos FC | 21 | 22 |
| 18 | CR Vasco da Gama | 21 | 22 |
| 19 | Clube do Remo | 22 | 22 |
| 20 | Chapecoense AF | 21 | 10 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Oct | Botafogo FR | H | 0–1 | L |
| 29 Sep | CR Flamengo | A | 0–1 | L |
| 22 Sep | Criciúma EC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 14 Sep | Fortaleza EC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 01 Sep | SE Palmeiras | H | 0–2 | L |
| 27 Aug | CR Vasco da Gama | A | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Oct | CA Paranaense | A | 1–0 | W |
| 29 Sep | Gremio FBPA | H | 0–0 | D |
| 26 Sep | Sao Paulo FC | A | 6–5 | W |
| 21 Sep | Fluminense FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 19 Sep | Sao Paulo FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 15 Sep | SC Corinthians Paulista | H | 2–1 | W |
Season Stats
| CA Paranaense | Botafogo FR | |
|---|---|---|
| #3 | Position | #10 |
| 41 | Points | 30 |
| 23 | Played | 21 |
| 12 / 5 / 6 | W / D / L | 8 / 6 / 7 |
| 31 | Scored | 35 |
| 20 | Conceded | 33 |
| +11 | GD | +2 |
| 1.78 | PPG | 1.43 |
| 52% | Win % | 38% |
Key Stats
38%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (16 games)
H2H (16 games)
25%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
43%
Clean Sheets
CA Paranaense this season
CA Paranaense this season
19%
Clean Sheets
Botafogo FR this season
Botafogo FR this season
CA Paranaense are 3rd (41 pts). Botafogo FR are 10th (30 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
CA Paranaense
0-15
2/4
16-30
1/2
31-45
3/1
46-60
5/–
61-75
1/1
76+
4/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Botafogo FR
0-15
5/2
16-30
1/2
31-45
4/2
46-60
2/3
61-75
4/3
76+
5/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
CA Paranaense
| Kevin Viveros | 14 G | 2 A |
| Stiven Mendoza | 5 G | |
| Julimar | 3 G | 1 A |
Botafogo FR
| Danilo dos Santos de Oliveira | 7 G | 2 A |
| Arthur Cabral | 7 G | 1 A |
| Edenilson | 4 G | 2 A |
| Matheus Martins | 4 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at Arena da Baixada. CA Paranaense are looking to make home advantage count against Botafogo FR.
- 5' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 10' A quiet spell here at Arena da Baixada. CA Paranaense seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 14' Botafogo FR is taking the lead after the goal scored by Igor Jesus on 14.
- 19' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 24' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 29' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 34' The home supporters are growing impatient. CA Paranaense must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 39' Botafogo FR is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 43' The referee has no hesitation. Gregore is booked for Botafogo FR — card on 43.
- 46' A change in the CA Paranaense ranks — Tomas Cuello exits the field as Julimar enters on 46.
- 51' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both CA Paranaense and Botafogo FR are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 56' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 61' Botafogo FR come into this ranked 1 in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 63' Another change for CA Paranaense made on 63 minute. Gabriel leaves to be changed by Bruno Praxedes.
- 68' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Thiago Almada suffering a number of foals already.
- 70' The whistle greets Luiz Henrique as he departs to be replaced by Matheus Martins.
- 71' Gregore makes way for Allan at the 71 minute mark. A tactical switch from Botafogo FR.
- 75' It’s a booking for CA Paranaense player. Madson gets a card.
- 76' The referee has no hesitation. Kaique Rocha is booked for CA Paranaense — card on 76.
- 79' Danilo Barbosa has so much to prove this time. He replaces Thiago Almada on 79 minute.
- 83' A tactical swap from CA Paranaense — Lucas Di Yorio on, Gonzalo Mastriani off on 83 minutes.
- 84' It’s gonna be a card for Danilo Barbosa.
- 87' The supporters are chanting for Tiquinho Soares. He replaces Igor Jesus on 87 minute.
- 90' Tiquinho Soares catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. card on 90.
- That’s it! Another goalless match for CA Paranaense and Botafogo FR (для сухой ничьи).
Lineups
CA Paranaense Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 22
-
3
Gabriel ↓ Bruno Praxedes 63'
-
28
Tomas Cuello ↓ Julimar 46'
- 4
- 26
-
10
Bruno Zapelli ↓ Nikao 46'
- 9
- 37
- 14
- 41
-
15
Mateo Gamarra ↓ Joao Victor 63'
Bench
-
11
Nikao ↑ 46'
- 29
-
20
Julimar ↑ 46'
-
8
Bruno Praxedes ↑ 63'
- 45
- 24
- 43
-
57
Joao Victor ↑ 63'
- 42
- 23
-
7
Lucas Di Yorio ↑ 83'
- 30
Coach
Martin Varini
Botafogo FR Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 26
- 13
- 10
- 12
- 22
- 20
-
23
Thiago Almada ↓ Danilo Barbosa 79'
-
17
Marlon Freitas ↓ Tche Tche 87'
-
7
Luiz Henrique ↓ Matheus Martins 70'
- 15
-
99
Igor Jesus ↓ Tiquinho Soares 87'
Bench
- 34
- 21
-
28
Allan ↑ 71'
-
9
Tiquinho Soares ↑ 87'
-
6
Tche Tche ↑ 87'
- 70
- 27
-
5
Danilo Barbosa ↑ 79'
-
37
Matheus Martins ↑ 70'
- 1
- 66
- 4
Coach
Artur Jorge
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Pablo Felipe | 2 |
| Thonny Anderson | 2 |
| Erick | 2 |
| Vitor Roque | 2 |
| Victor Luis | 1 |
| Bastos | 1 |
| Igor Rabello | 1 |
| Leo Cittadini | 1 |
Head to Head
CA Paranaense Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
0 / 4
1.48
CA Paranaense xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.27
Botafogo FR xG
I would bet for:
CA Paranaense or Botafogo FR 72% + Both teams to score 56%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Botafogo FR win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 2.75
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 76% |
|
24% |
| ± 2.5 | 51% |
|
49% |
| ± 3.5 | 30% |
|
70% |
| ± 4.5 | 15% |
|
85% |
Double Chance
CA Paranaense or Draw
66%
Draw or Botafogo FR
62%
CA Paranaense or Botafogo FR
72%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Botafogo FR win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.9%
2 – 1
8.6%
1 – 0
8.5%
0 – 0
8.3%
1 – 2
7.3%
0 – 1
Actual
2 – 0
6.9%
2 – 2
5.5%
0 – 2
5%
3 – 1
4.2%
3 – 0
3.3%
1 – 3
3.1%
Asian Handicap — CA Paranaense
| Handicap | CA Paranaense covers | Push | Botafogo FR covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 8% | — | 92% |
| -2 | 8% | 12% | 80% |
| -1.5 | 20% | — | 80% |
| -1 | 20% | 20% | 59% |
| -0.5 | 41% | — | 59% |
| +0.5 | 69% | — | 31% |
| +1 | 69% | 17% | 14% |
| +1.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
| +2 | 86% | 9% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
CA Paranaense keeps clean sheet
29%
✓
Botafogo FR keeps clean sheet
24%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

