Avai FC face Botafogo SP on Saturday, Oct 24 at 5:00 PM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the Serie B, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Avai FC come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 5L in last 5). Botafogo SP, meanwhile, arrive struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Avai FC head into this on the back of a defeat, while Botafogo SP arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

History strongly favours Avai FC here — they've won 4 of 8 previous meetings against Botafogo SP, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Avai FC a slight edge, but Botafogo SP are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.