Botafogo vs Sao Paulo Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Brazilian Serie A 2025

Rio de Janeiro gears up to host the Sao Paulo-based outfit.

Matchweek 4 of the Brazilian Serie A take us to the Olympic Stadium as Botafogo and Sao Paulo lock horns in a thrilling clash.

Botafogo are positioned 9th in the Brazilian Serie A points table. In the three matches they have played so far, they have won one, drawn one and lost one. With four points under their belt, a win in the next game could see them positioned in the upper echelon of the table.

They will be looking to make the most of their home advantage when they take on Sao Paulo in the upcoming fixture. Although they remain wary of the threats posed by Sao Paulo, Botafogo will back themselves, having secured back-to-back victories against Juventude and Carabobo in the CONMEBOL Libertadores group stage.

Despite a narrow defeat in their most recent encounter against Bragantino, they will be eager to bounce back and claim all three points in the next game. Talking about Sao Paulo, they are currently positioned 15th in the Serie A points table. In the two matches they have played so far, they have managed to draw both games.

The team will be eager to secure their first victory when they face Botafogo in the upcoming fixture. Their two draws came against Alianza Lima and Atletico Mineiro, the latter being a match where both teams were reduced to 10 men. Sao Paulo remain unbeaten in the CONMEBOL Libertadores group stage and will look to carry that momentum into their next clash against Botafogo.

Kick-off: 

• Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Stadium: Olympic Stadium
• Date: Thursday, 17 April
• Kick-off Time: 3:00 AM IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form: 

Botafogo (in all competitions): W-W-W-L-D

Sau Paulo (in all competitions): D-D-W-D-L

Players to watch :

Jefferson Savarino (Botafogo)

Jefferson Savarino, the 28-year-old striker from Venezuela, has plied his trade with clubs like Real Salt Lake and Atletico Mineiro before joining Botafogo in 2024. Since his arrival, he has made 35 appearances for the club and scored 10 goals.

+3pts🙌🏻🔥☝🏻 pic.twitter.com/94ttXPHNRT

— Jefferson Savarino (@QSavarino10) April 6, 2025

He played a pivotal role in Botafogo’s triumphant campaigns, helping them secure both the Copa Libertadores and the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A titles in 2024. A key figure in the squad, Savarino will be eager to give the home fans plenty of reasons to cheer in the upcoming match.

Alan Franco (Sao Paulo)

Alan Javier Franco, the 28-year-old centre-back from Argentina has plied his trade with clubs such as Atlanta United and Independiente before making his move to Sao Paulo in 2023. Since joining the Brazilian outfit, he has featured in 57 matches and netted three goals.

São Paulo are set to sign Alan Franco on permanent deal from Atlanta, full agreement reached on a three year contract with an option for further season. 🚨⚪️🇦🇷 #transfersCentre back has agreed personal terms and he will sign soon. pic.twitter.com/YkITSZrysQ

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 4, 2023

Despite operating from the heart of the defence, Franco’s instinct for scoring decisive goals has proven invaluable to his teams. A key figure in Sao Paulo’s victorious Supercopa do Brasil campaign in 2024, his stellar performances earned him a well-deserved spot in the Trofeu Mesa Redonda Team of the Year in the same season.

Match facts

• Botafogo won three of their last five matches.
• They are coming after a defeat to Bragantino.
• Sao Paulo won one of their last five matches.

Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1 – Botafogo to win the match
• Tip 2 – Jesus to score first
• Tip 3 – Botafogo 1-0 Sau Paulo

Injury and team news

Botafogo have a fully fit squad for the next game.

Sao Paulo will miss the presence of Pablo Maia and Luiz Gustavo in the upcoming game.

Head-to-head record

Total matches – 17

Botafogo won – 03

Sau Paulo won – 10

Matches drawn – 04

Predicted lineup

Botafogo predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

John (GK); Vitinho, Cunha, Barboza, Telles; Gregore, Freitas; Artur, de Paula, Savarino; Jesus

Sao Paulo predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Rafael (GK); Ferraresi, Arboleda, Franco, Diaz; Alisson, Antonio; Ferreira, Luciano, Ferreira; Calleri

Match prediction

Botafogo’s recent form has been sublime. They would be keen to secure all three points when they host Sao Paulo in the next match. We expect the home side to clinch a slender win.

Prediction: Botafogo 1-0 Sao Paulo

Telecast Details

USA – Fanantiz US

Spain – GoI Stadium

Portugal – CANAL 11

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