Serie B · Season 2021
Match Events
Penalty
Own Goal
Penalty
Match Statistics
Lineups
Defensive Solidity
Botafogo deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Cruzeiro's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Botafogo field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Cruzeiro's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Botafogo start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Cruzeiro averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Substitutes
Coach: Marcelo Chamusca
Substitutes
Coach: Mozart
Match Summary
Botafogo and Cruzeiro drew 3:3. The match was played in Serie B 2021. Goals were scored by Chayene 9′ (pen.), Gilvan 55′ (o.g.), Chayene 62′, M. Martins 67′, M. Martins 70′, Chayene 90′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. Botafogo had 52% possession while Cruzeiro held 48%. Botafogo had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for Cruzeiro. Botafogo made 5 substitutions, Cruzeiro made 5.
Botafogo vs Cruzeiro Head to Head Results
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