Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 September

Botafogo RJ

W W D D W

2nd place in Group D

0-0

18/09/2024 20:30

Sao Paulo

W D L L W

1st place in Group B

Copa Libertadores

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo on 18 September 2024 (kick-off: 20:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo preview before placing your bet.

Botafogo RJ are currently 2nd with 10 points after 6 matches.
Sao Paulo sit 1st with 13 points from 6 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Botafogo RJ to win with probability 50%.
Head-to-head history favors Botafogo RJ, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Sao Paulo have no wins, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Correct

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Weather

20:30

2024-09-18

Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo - Prediction & Odds

Botafogo RJ

Sao Paulo

2024-09-18 20:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/09/2024

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Sao Paulo	13	6	4	1	1	10	3	7
02 Talleres Cordoba	13	6	4	1	1	10	6	4
03 Barcelona SC(ECU)	6	6	1	3	2	6	9	-3
04 Cobresal	1	6	0	1	5	3	11	-8

Group D	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Atletico Junior Barranquilla	10	6	2	4	0	7	4	3
02 Botafogo RJ	10	6	3	1	2	7	6	1
03 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito	7	6	2	1	3	6	6	0
04 Universitario De Deportes	5	6	1	2	3	5	9	-4

Head To Head

24/07/2024 18:30

Sao Paulo

2 - 2

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

19/08/2023 15:00

Sao Paulo

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

15/04/2023 17:30

Botafogo RJ

2 - 1

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

09/10/2022 15:00

Sao Paulo

0 - 1

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

16/06/2022 15:00

Botafogo RJ

1 - 0

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

22/02/2021 19:00

Botafogo RJ

1 - 0

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

Botafogo RJ

67%

Draw

33%

Sao Paulo

Botafogo RJ Last 6 matches

14/09/2024 20:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 1 Corinthians Paulista (SP) BRA D1

31/08/2024 20:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Fortaleza BRA D1

25/08/2024 15:00

Bahia 0 - 0 Botafogo RJ BRA D1

21/08/2024 20:30

Palmeiras 2 - 2 Botafogo RJ CON CLA

18/08/2024 17:30

Botafogo RJ 4 - 1 Flamengo BRA D1

14/08/2024 20:30

Botafogo RJ 2 - 1 Palmeiras CON CLA

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Sao Paulo

15/09/2024 17:30

Cruzeiro 0 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA D1

12/09/2024 20:45

Atletico Mineiro 0 - 0 Sao Paulo Copa do Brasil

01/09/2024 17:30

Fluminense RJ 2 - 0 Sao Paulo BRA D1

28/08/2024 20:30

Sao Paulo 0 - 1 Atletico Mineiro Copa do Brasil

25/08/2024 17:30

Sao Paulo 2 - 1 Vitoria BA BRA D1

22/08/2024 18:00

Sao Paulo 2 - 0 Nacional Montevideo CON CLA

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Copa Libertadores

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Sao Paulo

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.71

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.47

Scored

Avg. per game

0.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.30

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 17 matches

YesNo

8 (47%)9 (53%)

In last 17 matches

NoYes

4 (40%)6 (60%)

Botafogo RJ

Recent matches

Sao Paulo

Under /Over

(76%)13 4(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(70%)7 3(30%)

Under /Over

(35%)6 11(65%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(10%)1 9(90%)

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(30%)3 7(70%)

/Yes

(65%)11 6(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(30%)3 7(70%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botafogo RJ

Sao Paulo

Shots

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

11.59 avg / game

Blocked

46 total

Avg. 3.07

Sao Paulo

Total shots

12.60 avg / game

Blocked

30 total

Avg. 3.75

Botafogo RJ Pass Sao Paulo

Total passes

6094

Avg. 358 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

5022

Avg. 502 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

60%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botafogo RJ

Played games

Sao Paulo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.70

2.59

Corners

3.70

6.53

111

Throw-ins

7.90

1.88

Offsides

1.80

2.29

GK saves

2.90

Botafogo RJ

DISCIPLINARY

Sao Paulo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.88

1.80

0.24

0.00

12.24

208

Fouls

111

11.10

12.88

219

Tackles

133

13.30

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How We Build the Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo on 18 September 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Copa Libertadores fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Botafogo RJ vs Sao Paulo Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Botafogo RJ's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Sao Paulo's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Copa Libertadores Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Copa Libertadores standings and the Copa Libertadores form table to understand exactly where Botafogo RJ and Sao Paulo sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Copa Libertadores predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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