Serie B · 2026
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:00

Ceara

vs

Botafogo SP

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Ceará hosts Botafogo-SP in Serie B on Saturday, with both teams looking to gain ground. Ceará, currently mid-table, has shown inconsistent form recently, alternating wins and losses. Their attack, often spearheaded by Erick, will be crucial in breaking down the visitors. Botafogo-SP, sitting closer to the relegation zone, enters this fixture after a mixed run, including a draw and a narrow defeat. Their defensive organization, likely centered around midfielder Gustavo Henrique, will be key to stifling Ceará's forwards. For Ceará, three points could push them closer to the promotion picture, while Botafogo-SP desperately needs a result to distance themselves from the bottom four. The tactical battle in midfield, where both teams will vie for control, promises to be decisive.

Markets

Match Result
Away Team Goals 0.5
Away Team Goals 1
Away Team Goals O/U 1.5
Away Team Goals 2
Away Team Goals 2.5

Lineups

Confirmed lineups are usually published 20–40 minutes before kickoff.

Form

Ceara — last 5 home
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Botafogo SP — last 5 away
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Head to head

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Standings — Serie B

#TeamPWDLGF:GAPts
1São Bernardo851214:616
2Sport Recife844011:516
3Fortaleza EC843110:815
4Nautico Recife84139:713
5Vila Nova834112:1013
6Novorizontino833211:912
7Criciuma83329:712
8Operario-PR83327:612
9Juventude83325:412
10Atletico Goianie83238:811
11Goias83148:1210
12Avai824210:910
13Athletic Club82429:910
14Ceara82428:810
15Botafogo SP823310:89
16Cuiaba81614:49
17CRB822411:128
18Ponte Preta82156:127
19Londrina81258:145
20America Mineiro80264:162