Botafogo vs Corinthians Predictions

Botafogo vs Corinthians is scheduled for kick off on 17 May, at 19:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos, with Felipe Fernandes de Lima officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Botafogo and Corinthians. Botafogo have won 3 Brazilian Serie A matches against Corinthians out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent draw with Vitória, Botafogo aims to claim a win. Botafogo have won 4 of their last 9 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Corinthians's away record stands at 2 victories from 9 games. Following their 3-0 triumph over Remo, Corinthians have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Botafogo on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Botafogo have scored over 1.5 goals in 89% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 89% of games. Their total stands at 33 goals and 98 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Corinthians have scored 21 goals with 69 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 63% of matches but conceded in 58% of games.

In their last 5 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 9 goals while Corinthians scored 5 goals. Their last match on 17 May 2026 ended in 3-1 to Botafogo.