Botafogo vs Palmeiras Predictions

Botafogo vs Palmeiras is scheduled for kick off on 05 September. 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 loss to Vitória, Botafogo is determined to redeem themselves. Botafogo have won 4 of their last 11 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. Palmeiras's away record stands at 7 victories from 12 games. Following their 3-2 loss to Fluminense, 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 82% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 86% of games. Their total stands at 35 goals and 112 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Palmeiras have scored 40 goals with 106 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 70% of matches but conceded in 61% 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.