In nineteen rounds, Fortaleza achieved nine victories, four draws, and six defeats. They scored 22 goals and conceded nineteen, with averages of 1.16 scored and one conceded. The numbers do not indicate an overwhelming superiority, but they do show a competitive structure capable of staying close to the top positions.
The goals market should also be treated with caution. Fortaleza usually participates in tight matches, while Botafogo comes from open results. The under 3.5 goals line absorbs both profiles and avoids requiring too specific a scenario.