EC Vitoria vs Botafogo FR, Serie A 2025 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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EC Vitoria vs Botafogo FR — Serie A at Barradao.
- EC Vitoria 17 games · 22 pts (2026/26)
- Botafogo FR 17 games · 22 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE Palmeiras | 18 | 41 |
| 2 | CR Flamengo | 17 | 34 |
| 3 | Fluminense FC | 18 | 31 |
| 4 | CA Paranaense | 18 | 30 |
| 5 | RB Bragantino | 18 | 29 |
| 6 | EC Bahia | 17 | 26 |
| 7 | Coritiba FBC | 18 | 26 |
| 8 | Sao Paulo FC | 18 | 25 |
| 9 | CA Mineiro | 18 | 24 |
| 10 | SC Corinthians Paulista | 18 | 24 |
| 11 | Cruzeiro EC | 18 | 24 |
| 12 | Botafogo FR | 17 | 22 |
| 13 | EC Vitoria | 17 | 22 |
| 14 | SC Internacional | 18 | 21 |
| 15 | Santos FC | 18 | 21 |
| 16 | Grêmio FBPA | 18 | 21 |
| 17 | CR Vasco da Gama | 18 | 20 |
| 18 | Clube do Remo | 18 | 18 |
| 19 | Mirassol FC | 17 | 16 |
| 20 | Chapecoense AF | 17 | 9 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | Botafogo FR | H | 0–0 | D |
| 05 Nov | SC Internacional | H | 1–0 | W |
| 01 Nov | Cruzeiro EC | A | 1–3 | L |
| 25 Oct | SC Corinthians Paulista | H | 0–1 | L |
| 21 Oct | Santos FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 17 Oct | EC Bahia | H | 2–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | EC Vitoria | A | 0–0 | D |
| 05 Nov | CR Vasco da Gama | H | 3–0 | W |
| 01 Nov | Mirassol FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 26 Oct | Santos FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 19 Oct | Ceará SC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 15 Oct | CR Flamengo | H | 0–3 | L |
Season Stats
| EC Vitoria | Botafogo FR | |
|---|---|---|
| #13 | Position | #12 |
| 22 | Points | 22 |
| 17 | Played | 17 |
| 6 / 4 / 7 | W / D / L | 6 / 4 / 7 |
| 21 | Scored | 31 |
| 25 | Conceded | 31 |
| -4 | GD | +0 |
| 1.29 | PPG | 1.29 |
| 35% | Win % | 35% |
Key Stats
67%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (9 games)
H2H (9 games)
33%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
41%
Clean Sheets
EC Vitoria this season
EC Vitoria this season
12%
Clean Sheets
Botafogo FR this season
Botafogo FR this season
EC Vitoria are 13th (22 pts). Botafogo FR are 12th (22 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
EC Vitoria
0-15
1/–
16-30
3/–
31-45
1/7
46-60
1/–
61-75
3/–
76+
3/5
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Botafogo FR
0-15
5/2
16-30
1/2
31-45
2/2
46-60
2/1
61-75
4/3
76+
5/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
EC Vitoria
| Carlos Rene | 5 G | 1 A |
| Renato Kayzer | 3 G | 1 A |
| Gabriel Baralhas | 2 G | 3 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' Temperatures are rising at Barradao as EC Vitoria face off against Botafogo FR in what promises to be a fascinating contest.
- 5' Botafogo FR come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 10' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 15' 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 Gonzalo Mastriani suffering a number of foals already.
- 20' EC Vitoria seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 25' Argentina international Alexander Barboza has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 30' The 30-year-old Aitor Cantalapiedra has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 35' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Neris made 365 appearances and scored 4 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 40' The energy levels are beginning to show. might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 45' Ze Marcos is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for EC Vitoria so far.
- 50' The home supporters are growing impatient. EC Vitoria must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 55' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 60' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 63' Time for substitution for EC Vitoria. Aitor Cantalapiedra is replaced by Lucas Braga.
- 64' A tactical swap from Botafogo FR — Chris Ramos on, Arthur Cabral off on 64 minutes.
- 65' Cuiabano is ready to make an impact after coming on for Alex Telles at the 65 minute mark.
- 70' Alex Telles has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 49 appearances with only 1 goals this season.
- 73' The crowd applauds Santiago Rodriguez as he leaves the pitch. Newton steps in for Botafogo FR.
- 74' The whistle greets Jefferson Savarino as he departs to be replaced by Jeffinho.
- 78' Another substitution for EC Vitoria to replace Matheuzinho by Osvaldo on 78 minute.
- 83' Jeffinho has been relatively quiet despite scoring 5 goals in his last 424 appearances.
- 86' Botafogo FR manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Gonzalo Mastriani is hanging Danilo dos Santos de Oliveira on the field on 86 minute.
- 90' Joaquin Correa has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a card on 90.
- 90' The crowd applauds Erick as he leaves the pitch. Kike Saverio steps in for EC Vitoria.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. take all three points.
Lineups
EC Vitoria Lineups
Starting XI
- 33
- 17
- 77
- 5
- 13
- 3
- 31
- 29
- 8
- 12
- 10
Bench
- 28
- 6
- 79
- 11
- 71
- 22
- 19
- 18
- 41
- 99
- 66
- 50
Botafogo FR Lineups
Starting XI
-
98
Arthur Cabral ↓ Chris Ramos 64'
- 30
-
13
Alex Telles ↓ Cuiabano 65'
-
10
Jefferson Savarino ↓ Jeffinho 74'
- 2
- 20
- 17
- 35
-
23
Santiago Rodriguez ↓ Newton 73'
- 24
- 57
Bench
- 21
- 25
-
39
Gonzalo Mastriani ↑ 86'
- 1
-
47
Jeffinho ↑ 74'
-
9
Chris Ramos ↑ 64'
-
6
Cuiabano ↑ 65'
-
28
Newton ↑ 73'
- 4
- 64
- 26
- 62
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Kieza | 2 |
| Kieza | 2 |
| Mauricio | 1 |
| Erik | 1 |
| Leo Gomes | 1 |
| Rodrigo Lindoso | 1 |
| Lucas Fernandes | 1 |
| Jefferson Savarino | 1 |
Head to Head
EC Vitoria Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.23
EC Vitoria xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.34
Botafogo FR xG
I would bet for:
EC Vitoria or Botafogo FR 71%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 2.57
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 90% |
|
10% |
| ± 1.5 | 73% |
|
27% |
| ± 2.5 | 47% |
|
53% |
| ± 3.5 | 26% |
|
74% |
| ± 4.5 | 13% |
|
87% |
Double Chance
EC Vitoria or Draw
64%
Draw or Botafogo FR
65%
EC Vitoria or Botafogo FR
71%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
13.5%
0 – 0
Actual
0 – 1
9.2%
1 – 0
8.3%
1 – 2
8.1%
2 – 1
7.5%
0 – 2
6.7%
2 – 0
5.6%
2 – 2
5.1%
1 – 3
3.7%
3 – 1
3.1%
0 – 3
3%
Asian Handicap — EC Vitoria
| Handicap | EC Vitoria covers | Push | Botafogo FR covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 5% | — | 95% |
| -2 | 5% | 10% | 86% |
| -1.5 | 14% | — | 86% |
| -1 | 14% | 18% | 67% |
| -0.5 | 33% | — | 67% |
| +0.5 | 62% | — | 38% |
| +1 | 62% | 20% | 18% |
| +1.5 | 82% | — | 18% |
| +2 | 82% | 11% | 6% |
| +2.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
Clean Sheet
EC Vitoria keeps clean sheet
27%
✗
Botafogo FR keeps clean sheet
30%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.