👉 What is the recommended bet for Grêmio vs Botafogo?

The prediction and betting suggestion for Grêmio vs Botafogo on February 4, 2026, as analyzed by our experts, is: Grêmio to win ⇒ bet available on Bet365.

👉 Which stadium will host Grêmio vs Botafogo?

Grêmio vs Botafogo on February 4, 2026, will be held in Rio, Arena do Grêmio.

👉 What is the most popular bet for this game?

The most popular bet among the analysts for the Grêmio vs Botafogo game in the "odds" market was for Botafogo to win on Bet365 with 100% of tips.

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Grêmio vs Botafogo Prediction – Brazilian Serie A

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Check out the best predictions for Grêmio vs Botafogo

Here you will find the best prediction for Grêmio vs Botafogo in the Brazilian Serie A, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below our detailed analysis of the two teams, including recent performances and key statistics from previous matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Grêmio and Botafogo.

Grêmio

February 4, 2026 – 00::30
Brazilian Serie A
2026
Regular season – Round 2

Botafogo

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Grêmio vs Botafogo

The best prediction for Grêmio vs Botafogo in the Brazilian Serie A is a Grêmio win. Grêmio goes into this match under pressure to secure a victory in front of their home crowd, while Botafogo will aim to exploit quick transitions on the road. With the need for a response from the home team, it is likely they will take control of the game right from the start. A Grêmio victory appears to be the more probable outcome, especially considering the added motivation of playing at home and the desire to earn three points.

Best prediction for Grêmio vs Botafogo

Grêmio to win

Match prediction for Grêmio vs Botafogo

The teams Grêmio and Botafogo are scheduled to play at the Arena do Grêmio in a match of the Brazilian Serie A (Regular season). The head-to-head record at this stadium favors the visiting team, as they have won 2 and drawn 1 of the last 3 encounters here. However, in the last match at this venue, which occurred on September 24, 2025, it ended in a 1-1 draw. The goals in that match were scored by Tiago Volpi (90′) for Grêmio and Cuiabano (53′) for Botafogo. In this match, the home advantage could play a decisive role, as Botafogo has shown varying performances when playing at home versus away.

Grêmio Analysis

The home team arrives at this second round after losing their opener against Fluminense by a score of 2-1. This is a team that maintains its performance when playing away, as in the last 30 matches, they have recorded 5 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses as visitors, compared to 7 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses at home. They come into this encounter after a home draw with Juventude, finishing 1-1. Grêmio has won 6, drawn 1, and lost 3 of their last 10 games across all competitions at home. Their attack has been consistently scoring, finding the back of the net in 9 of their last 10 matches. Out of 15 matches, they have only managed to overturn a deficit in 2 of the 8 games in which they conceded the first goal.

Grêmio enters the second round under pressure after a negative result in their opener. Playing at home, the team needs to bounce back and assert their game, taking advantage of their fans’ support to increase offensive presence and intensity from the outset. The team will likely focus on maintaining possession and creating consistent opportunities but will need to manage anxiety and individual errors that can be costly in a balanced match. The primary goal will be to earn three points and regain confidence for the continuation of the championship.

Botafogo Analysis

The visiting team arrives at this second round after a victory in their league opener, defeating Cruzeiro 4-0. This is a stronger team when playing at home, as in their last 30 matches, they have recorded 4 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses away, compared to 10 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses at home. They come into this match following a home defeat to Fluminense by a score of 0-1. In the last 10 matches played away across all competitions, Botafogo has won 2, drawn 5, and lost 3. Their attack has been regularly scoring, netting in 9 of the last 10 games. Their away matches tend to have few goals, as 20 of their last 36 games have ended with fewer than 1.5 goals, and 30 out of 36 have concluded with fewer than 2.5 goals. In 15 games, they have conceded the first goal 5 times but managed to turn the score around in 2 instances. A notable trend in the last 20 away matches across all competitions is that they scored 8 of their 22 goals between the 76th and 90th minutes.

Botafogo arrives at the encounter looking to maintain the performance from their first round when they collected three points. Away from home, the team will need to balance defensive care with quick transitions, exploiting spaces left by Grêmio. Their ability to capitalize on the opportunities that arise will be crucial, particularly as they face a motivated opponent eager to respond in front of their home fans. Tactical organization and attention to detail could determine their success in the match.