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Brazilian Série B: Ponte Preta vs Botafogo SP
Kickoff Time: 2026-6-2 6:00 (HKT)
Ponte Preta lost 2-4 away to Clube de Regatas Brasil in the last round, suffering four consecutive league defeats and falling into poor form. Currently, the side sit second from bottom in the standings with a record of 2 wins, 1 draw and 7 losses, trapped deep in the relegation battle. As a newly promoted team, Ponte Preta possess limited overall strength. Statistically, they have scored 9 goals and conceded 20 across all league matches so far. Their attack lacks potency, while the defence is full of flaws, ranking second-worst in the league for goals conceded. Undoubtedly, their fragile backline has severely undermined the team’s overall performance.
Botafogo SP were beaten 1-2 at home by Atlético Clube Goianiense last time out. They have now endured three straight league losses and gone eight games without a win. With 2 wins, 3 draws and 5 losses, Botafogo SP occupy 17th place and have slipped into the relegation zone. In terms of stats, the team has netted 11 goals and conceded 11 in the league. Their attacking output is mediocre, yet the defence has delivered solid performances. The forwards struggle to convert chances, and their attacking combinations lack fluidity. They often grind to a halt near the opposition penalty area, resulting in extremely low attacking efficiency.
Both teams are currently in the relegation zone. Nevertheless, Botafogo SP are slightly stronger in overall quality and boast far better attacking and defensive statistics. Taking all factors into consideration, Botafogo SP are expected to pick up points in this fixture.
Ponte Preta ‘s Last 5 Games: LLLLW
26-05-25 CR Brasil 4-2 Ponte Preta
26-05-19 Ponte Preta 1-4 Londrina
26-05-10 Ponte Preta 1-3 Sport Recife
26-05-04 São Bernardo 3-0 Ponte Preta
26-04-25 Ponte Preta 1-0 América Mineiro
Botafogo SP ‘s Last 5 Games: LLLDD
26-05-26 Botafogo SP 1-2 Atlético Goianiense
26-05-17 Goiás 1-0 Botafogo SP
26-05-11 Novorizontino 1-0 Botafogo SP
26-05-03 Botafogo SP 1-1 Náutico
26-04-23 Cuiabá 1-1 Botafogo SP
Head-To-Head Record
25-02-16 Ponte Preta 0-0 Botafogo SP
24-10-06 Ponte Preta 1-0 Botafogo SP
24-06-20 Botafogo SP 2-0 Ponte Preta
24-02-08 Botafogo SP 0-3 Ponte Preta
23-08-13 Botafogo SP 0-0 Ponte Preta
Prediction: Botafogo SP to win away or draw