Botafogo vs Palmeiras Predictions

Botafogo vs Palmeiras is scheduled for kick off on 05 September, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Botafogo and Palmeiras. Botafogo have won 3 Brazilian Serie A matches against Palmeiras out of the last 8 they have played. After their recent victory against Cruzeiro, Botafogo is determined to keep their momentum going. Botafogo have won 4 of their last 9 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Palmeiras's away record stands at 6 victories from 10 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Atlético MG, Palmeiras is determined to bounce back with a win against Botafogo.

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 85% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 85% of games. Their total stands at 34 goals and 102 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Palmeiras have scored 33 goals with 89 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 65% of matches but conceded in 65% of games.

In their last 8 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 9 goals while Palmeiras scored 8 goals. Their last match on 18 March 2026 ended in 2-1 to Palmeiras.