SAO PAULO (Interstat) — A surging Botafogo side will look to continue its climb up the Carioca Série A table when it visits a streaky Paulista squad on Sunday.

The matchup at Estádio Jayme Cintra pits two teams arriving with contrasting recent fortunes. Botafogo (6-3-5) is riding a wave of momentum, coming off a thrilling 3-2 victory over Gremio last Saturday. That win extended its unbeaten run to four matches, a stretch that includes three consecutive high-scoring victories.

Paulista (5-3-6), meanwhile, is looking to rebound from a disappointing 3-0 road loss to Cruzeiro. The result highlighted the team’s inconsistency, as it followed a stunning 3-1 upset over powerhouse Sao Paulo just days earlier. Paulista’s form has been a rollercoaster, capable of impressive wins and heavy defeats in quick succession.

The last head-to-head meeting between these clubs ended in a 1-1 draw on July 26.

Offensive firepower appears to favor the visitors. Botafogo’s attack has been potent, netting three goals in three of its last four outings. Paulista’s defense, which conceded three times in its last match, will be tested.

According to the Interstat game simulator, Botafogo’s form is projected to continue, with a final score of 3-1.

Kickoff is set for Sunday afternoon in Jundiaí.