Flamengo vs Botafogo Predictions

Flamengo vs Botafogo is scheduled for kick off on 29 August, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho (Maracanã). This match is bound to be interesting with Flamengo currently holding the 2nd position in the table 12 points ahead of Botafogo. Flamengo have won 2 Brazilian Serie A matches against Botafogo out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent victory against Grêmio, Flamengo is determined to keep their momentum going. Flamengo have won 4 of their last 7 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho (Maracanã). Botafogo's away record stands at 3 victories from 8 games. Following a draw in their last match against Atlético MG in the Brazilian Serie A, Botafogo is aiming to secure a win against Flamengo.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Flamengo have scored over 1.5 goals in 93% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 57% of games. Their total stands at 27 goals and 68 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Botafogo have scored 26 goals with 69 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 93% of matches but conceded in 93% of games.

In their last 5 head-to-head clashes, Flamengo scored 7 goals while Botafogo scored 6 goals. Their last match on 14 March 2026 ended in 3-0 to Flamengo.