Botafogo SP desperately need points on Sunday, Oct 18 at 9:00 PM in the Serie B. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

CRB come into this fixture in good form (3W 0D 2L recently). Botafogo SP travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

History strongly favours CRB here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against Botafogo SP, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Botafogo SP won 0–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: CRB look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Botafogo SP will make it uncomfortable. CRB to win.