Vila Nova vs Botafogo-SP prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, June 9, 2026
Serie B Brazil
In the 12th round of the Brazilian Serie B on June 9, 2026, Vila Nova will face Botafogo-SP. The hosts are determined to claim victory against this opponent.
Vila Nova vs Botafogo-SP: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Goiânia finished the 2025 season with 47 points, ranking thirteenth. This year, however, they made a strong start and, after victories in early May, climbed into the group of leaders. Londrina was also defeated in the last round, albeit by a narrow 1-0 margin.
The team from São Paulo was fighting for survival last season, and did so successfully: they earned 42 points, just two more than relegated Ferroviária. Not much has changed this season, with half of their matches lost. At least they held Ponte Preta to a goalless draw, but in terms of standings, that's still a weak result. They need to start winning—but how to finally achieve that remains an open question.
Under Guto Ferreira, Vila Nova averages 1.55 goals scored per match and concedes one. Their guests have a much worse ratio: they score one goal on average but concede 1.36 per game.
Previous Matches: Vila Nova vs Botafogo-SP
In their last seven head-to-head meetings, each side has recorded three wins. Both teams also won their respective home matches in 2025, each by a 2-0 scoreline.
The visitors are particularly weak, while the hosts have found excellent form, racking up several victories. We believe the home team will manage to win again on their own turf (odds – 1.90).
Vila Nova vs Botafogo-SP: Key Statistics and Trends
- Vila Nova have won six of their last nine matches
- Botafogo-SP have lost five of their last nine matches
Vila Nova vs Botafogo-SP: Probable Starting Lineups
Vila Nova plays in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Leite - Igor Luiz, Anderson, Thiago Panhussatt, Santos - Willian Maranhão, João Pedro - Marquinhos Gabriel, Janderson, Ryan - Gustavo Puskás
Botafogo-SP also lines up in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Jordan - Patrick, Villar, Guilherme Mariano, Inocêncio - Mateus Sales, Morelli - Kelvin, Rafael Gava, Marco Antonio - Luizão
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