Ferroviária vs Botafogo logos over stadium.webp

Friday 30 May 2025 · Kick-off 00 : 35 BST · Estádio Fonte Luminosa, Araraquara

Context & Stakes

Match-day 10 in Brazil’s fiercely competitive Série B sees state rivals collide under the Fonte Luminosa floodlights. Newly promoted Ferroviária have surprised many—sitting 7th with 14 points after back-to-back wins over Vila Nova and Paysandu. Another victory could vault the Grenás into the coveted top-four promotion spots. Botafogo-SP, relegated from Série A last term, languish 15th on 10 points and need a result to steer clear of the early relegation pack. Tense derby, contrasting trajectories—perfect late-night fare for punters.

Form Tracker & Head-to-Head

	Ferroviária	Botafogo-SP
Last 5 (Série B)	W 3 D 1 L 1	W 1 D 1 L 3
Goals F / A	7 / 4	4 / 8
Home streak	3 wins in 4	—
2024 H2H (Paulistão)	2-0 win	2-0 defeat

Ferroviária’s 2-0 state-championship win in March snapped a four-game losing skid to Botafogo; revenge is firmly on the visitors’ minds.

Team-News Snapshot

Ferroviária

Out: CB Rayan (susp.), winger Pedro Gabriel (hamstring).
Fit: Playmaker Matheus Galdezani returns after flu.

Probable XI (4-2-3-1) Saulo; Bruno Mezenga, Alisson, Felipe Maia, Hélder; Souza, Diguinho; Galdezani, John Kennedy, Felipe Ferreira; Gabriel Taliari.

Botafogo-SP

Out: Striker Edu (knee), LB Pará (groin).
Doubt: Midfielder Júnior Todinho (ankle) race against time.

Probable XI (4-3-3) Michael; Vidal, Matheus Costa, Lucas Dias, Jean Victor; Tárik, Leite, Todinho*; Douglas Baggio, Nicolas, Robinho.

Key Tactics & Match-Ups

Ferroviária’s double pivot Souza + Diguinho controlling tempo, springing Galdezani between lines.
Flank battle: Felipe Ferreira vs Jean Victor—hosts’ in-form winger against attacking full-back.
Set-pieces: Botafogo have conceded five goals from corners; Ferroviária CB Felipe Maia a major aerial threat.
Transition danger: Nicolas & Robinho exploiting space behind Hélder when Ferroviária push full-backs high.
Late-game legs: Ferroviária impact sub João Veras vs Botafogo’s veteran centre-backs after 70'.

Latest Odds (90-Minute)*

Result	Best price	Implied %
Ferroviária	6/5	45
Draw	12/5	29
Botafogo-SP	5/2	26

Totals: Over 2.5 goals 6/5 · BTTS Yes 19/20.
Snapshot UK market 29 May 12:00 BST; subject to change.

Betting Tips & Best Bets

Ferroviária to win (6/5) – superior form, strong home crowd.
BTTS Yes (19/20) – Botafogo scored in 4 of last 5 aways; Ferroviária rarely shut out visitors.
Felipe Maia anytime header (7/1) – towering CB vs fragile set-piece defence.
Draw HT / Ferroviária FT (4/1) – hosts often start cagey then press late.

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Conclusion & Viewing Guide 📺

Promotion push meets survival jitters in an all-São Paulo clash. Expect fierce presses, wing duels and the Fonte Luminosa rocking under Friday-night lights.

Kick-off: 00 : 35 BST / 20 : 35 BRT, Fri 31 May 2025
Venue: Estádio Fonte Luminosa, Araraquara
Live (UK): Brasileiro Play (YouTube) – free stream
Radio: Futebol Globo/CBN (online)

Boa sorte with any bets—and enjoy the Série B spectacle!

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