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The latest fixture between Botafogo and Cruzeiro is scheduled for Sunday, August 3, 2025, at 19:00 UTC, taking place at Estádio Nilton Santos in Rio de Janeiro as part of the Brasileirão Série A regular season[1][5][6]. Botafogo currently rank 7th in the league, while Cruzeiro are in 2nd position[1][2].

Both teams approach the match with strong recent form: Botafogo are unbeaten in their last five matches and are on an eight-game unbeaten run in the league, having recently secured a 2-0 victory over Red Bull Bragantino in the Copa Betano do Brasil. Their recent defensive record is impressive, with six clean sheets in this stretch[4]. Cruzeiro, however, have not lost to Botafogo in their last 13 meetings (5 wins, 8 draws), but come into this match winless in their last three games, including a goalless draw with CRB in the Brazilian Cup and a 2-1 defeat to Ceará in the league[3][4].

In head-to-head history, Cruzeiro have won the last two encounters against Botafogo—first 3-0 away, then 3-2 at home. Across the past eight meetings, Cruzeiro have three wins to Botafogo’s none, with five draws[2]. Overall, the record reads Cruzeiro 10 wins, Botafogo 5 wins, with 10 draws between them[3].

Key players to watch include Botafogo’s leading scorers Arthur Cabral, Cuiabano, Alex Telles, and Artur Guimaraes (each with 2 goals recently), while Marlon Freitas has been pivotal with four assists. On the Cruzeiro side, Kaio Jorge is in outstanding form with 13 league goals this season, making him the competition’s top scorer, while Matheus Pereira leads with five assists[2][3][7].

Predicted lineups and the actual lineup will be available nearer to kickoff. Match statistics, live scores, player ratings, and detailed in-game updates can be followed live via multiple sports platforms[1][3][6].

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