Flamengo vs Botafogo RJ: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Flamengo

W L W D W

1st place in Brazil Serie A

0-0

18/05/2025 17:30

Botafogo RJ

D W W D D

6th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Flamengo vs Botafogo RJ on 18 May 2025 (kick-off: 17:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Flamengo vs Botafogo RJ preview before placing your bet.

Flamengo will face Botafogo RJ in Brazil Serie A on May 18, 2025 at 17:30.
Flamengo are currently 1st with 79 points after 38 matches.
Botafogo RJ sit 6th with 63 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.58.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

17:30

2025-05-18

Flamengo vs Botafogo RJ - Prediction & Odds

Flamengo

Botafogo RJ

2025-05-18 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2025

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Flamengo	79	38	23	10	5	78	27	51
02 Palmeiras	76	38	23	7	8	66	33	33
03 Cruzeiro	70	38	19	13	6	55	31	24
04 Mirassol	67	38	18	13	7	63	39	24
05 Fluminense RJ	64	38	19	7	12	50	39	11
06 Botafogo RJ	63	38	17	12	9	58	38	20
07 Bahia	60	38	17	9	12	50	46	4
08 Sao Paulo	51	38	14	9	15	43	47	-4
09 Gremio (RS)	49	38	13	10	15	47	50	-3
10 Bragantino	48	38	14	6	18	45	57	-12
11 Atletico Mineiro	48	38	12	12	14	43	44	-1
12 Santos	47	38	12	11	15	45	50	-5
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	47	38	12	11	15	42	47	-5
14 Vasco da Gama	45	38	13	6	19	55	60	-5
15 Vitoria BA	45	38	11	12	15	35	52	-17
16 Internacional RS	44	38	11	11	16	44	57	-13
17 Ceara	43	38	11	10	17	34	40	-6
18 Fortaleza	43	38	11	10	17	43	58	-15
19 Juventude	35	38	9	8	21	35	69	-34
20 Sport Club do Recife	17	38	2	11	25	28	75	-47

Head To Head

12/02/2025 20:30

Flamengo

1 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA RJ

02/02/2025 15:00

Botafogo RJ

1 - 3

Flamengo

BSC

18/08/2024 17:30

Botafogo RJ

4 - 1

Flamengo

BRA D1

28/04/2024 10:00

Flamengo

0 - 2

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

07/02/2024 20:30

Flamengo

1 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA RJ

02/09/2023 20:10

Botafogo RJ

1 - 2

Flamengo

BRA D1

Flamengo

50%

Draw

Botafogo RJ

50%

Flamengo Last 6 matches

15/05/2025 20:30

Flamengo 2 - 0 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito

CON CLA

10/05/2025 20:00

Flamengo 1 - 0 Bahia

BRA D1

07/05/2025 20:30

Central Cordoba SDE 1 - 1 Flamengo

CON CLA

04/05/2025 17:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Flamengo

BRA D1

01/05/2025 19:00

Botafogo PB 0 - 1 Flamengo

Copa do Brasil

27/04/2025 15:00

Flamengo 4 - 0 Corinthians Paulista (SP)

BRA D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

14/05/2025 20:30

Botafogo RJ 3 - 2 Estudiantes La Plata

CON CLA

11/05/2025 19:00

Botafogo RJ 4 - 0 Internacional RS

BRA D1

06/05/2025 18:00

Carabobo FC 1 - 2 Botafogo RJ

CON CLA

03/05/2025 20:00

Bahia 1 - 0 Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

30/04/2025 18:00

Botafogo RJ 4 - 0 Capital CF

Copa do Brasil

26/04/2025 20:00

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Fluminense RJ

BRA D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

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

Played games

Flamengo

Botafogo RJ

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.29

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.37

Scored

Avg. per game

0.87

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

26 (68%)12 (32%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

21 (55%)17 (45%)

Flamengo

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(74%)28 10(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(66%)25 13(34%)

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)11 27(71%)

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

/Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(37%)14 24(63%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Flamengo

Botafogo RJ

Shots

Flamengo

Total shots

13.66 avg / game

Blocked

121 total

Avg. 3.67

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

12.08 avg / game

Blocked

105 total

Avg. 2.92

Flamengo Pass Botafogo RJ

Total passes

19326

Avg. 509 / game

Accurate

88%

Ball possession

62%

Total passes

14987

Avg. 394 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Flamengo

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.47

Clean sheets

0.39

5.61

213

Corners

154

4.05

15.03

571

Throw-ins

566

14.89

1.05

Offsides

1.13

2.16

GK saves

2.29

Flamengo

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.68

1.95

0.13

0.05

11.97

455

Fouls

499

13.13

11.16

424

Tackles

415

10.92

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Flamengo vs Botafogo RJ Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Flamengo vs Botafogo RJ on 18 May 2025 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 Brazil Serie A 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.

Flamengo vs Botafogo RJ Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Flamengo's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Botafogo RJ'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.

Brazil Serie A 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 Brazil Serie A standings and the Brazil Serie A form table to understand exactly where Flamengo and Botafogo RJ sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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