Palmeiras vs Botafogo Predictions

Palmeiras vs Botafogo is scheduled for kick off on 18 March, at 22:00. The game is set to take place at Allianz Parque, with Rafael Rodrigo Klein officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Palmeiras currently holding the 1st position in the table 19 points ahead of Botafogo. Palmeiras have won 3 Brazilian Serie A matches against Botafogo out of the last 8 they have played. After their recent victory against Chapecoense, Palmeiras is determined to keep their momentum going. Palmeiras have won 7 of their last 9 Brazilian Serie A matches at Allianz Parque. Botafogo's away record stands at 3 victories from 10 games. Following their 2-1 loss to Bahia, Botafogo is determined to bounce back with a win against Palmeiras.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Palmeiras have scored over 1.5 goals in 67% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 61% of games. Their total stands at 30 goals and 80 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Botafogo have scored 31 goals with 86 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 94% of matches but conceded in 94% of games.

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