Londrina used a 4-1-4-1 in their last league match, with Paulinho Moccelin leading the line and Vitor Feitosa plus Pablo Diogo attacking from the flanks. They were unfortunate to concede from a defensive lapse in first-half stoppage time. After making several changes in the second half, centre-back Iago Teles scored soon after switching sides to earn them a point.
Botafogo SP also lined up in a 4-1-4-1 in their previous league game. Higo led the attack, with Kevin and Xuxa providing width, supported by attacking midfielders Everton Morelli and Rafael Gava as they pushed forward aggressively. Botafogo SP went 2-0 up in the first half through goals from Xuxa and Rafael Gava, but conceded twice after the break. Defender Patrick Brey then restored their lead midway through the second half, only for them to let in a stoppage-time equaliser and settle for a draw.
For Londrina, Andre Luiz is injured, while there are no suspensions. Botafogo SP are without the injured Carlao and Jonathan, and they also have no suspended players.
Londrina drew 1-1 away to America Mineiro in their last league outing. They are unbeaten in their last five league matches with three wins and two draws, and their attacking form has been encouraging. In particular, they have won their last three home league games while scoring 10 goals, so they are expected to take the initiative again here.
Botafogo SP drew 3-3 away to Sport Recife in their last league match. They are unbeaten in their last two league games and have scored six goals in that span, showing a sharp upturn in attack. This match could produce plenty of goals from both sides, so backing over goals looks the preferred call.
The two teams have met three times recently, with one win, one draw and one defeat each. Londrina won the last meeting 1-0, and that game produced 12 corners.