Botafogo vs Estudiantes Predictions

Botafogo vs Estudiantes is scheduled for kick off on 15 May, at 00:30. The game is set to take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos, with Juan Gabriel Benítez officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Botafogo currently holding the 2nd position in the table with the same number of points as Estudiantes. Botafogo have won 1 CONMEBOL Libertadores match against Estudiantes out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent draw with São Paulo, Botafogo aims to claim a win. Botafogo have won 4 of their last 4 CONMEBOL Libertadores matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Estudiantes's away record stands at 3 victories from 5 games. Following their 6-5 triumph over Racing, Estudiantes 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 50% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 63% of games. Their total stands at 8 goals and 37 shots on target this CONMEBOL Libertadores season. Meanwhile, Estudiantes have scored 11 goals with 46 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 60% of matches but conceded in 40% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Botafogo scored 3 goals while Estudiantes scored 3 goals. Their last match on 15 May 2025 ended in 3-2 to Botafogo.