Cruzeiro and Botafogo will face off today at 19:30 (Argentina time) during matchday 37 of the Brasileiro, at the iconic Mineirão stadium.
How Cruzeiro and Botafogo Arrive
This match is anticipated to be fiercely contested, with both clubs aiming for a much-needed victory following their previous draws in the last round, as they strive to keep their season alive.
Cruzeiro’s Recent Results in the Brasileiro
Cruzeiro recently drew 1-1 against Ceará. Their performance in recent matches has been inconsistent, managing 2 wins and 2 draws. They have scored 8 goals and conceded 4.
Botafogo’s Recent Results in the Brasileiro
Botafogo also played to a draw, finishing 2-2 against Corinthians in their last match. Their recent form has seen them alternate between wins and draws, securing 3 victories and 1 draw, netting 11 goals while allowing 6.
A review of the last 5 encounters between these two sides shows Cruzeiro with a favorable record, having won 3 times while the remaining matches ended in draws. Their most recent clash in this year’s tournament took place on August 3, where Cruzeiro emerged victorious with a score of 0-2.
Currently, the home team sits in third place with 69 points (19 wins, 12 draws, 5 losses), while Botafogo is positioned seventh with 59 points (16 wins, 11 draws, 9 losses).
Anderson Daronco has been assigned as the referee for the match.
Upcoming Fixtures for Cruzeiro and Botafogo
Cruzeiro’s next match: Matchday 38 vs Santos on December 7 at 16:00 (Argentina time).
Botafogo’s next match: Matchday 38 vs Fortaleza on December 7 at 16:00 (Argentina time).
Match Time by Country
Argentina and Chile (Santiago): 19:30 hours
Colombia and Peru: 17:30 hours
Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico (Mexico), and Nicaragua: 16:30 hours
Venezuela: 18:30 hours