Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Palmeiras

D W W W L

1st place in Brazil Serie A

2-1

18/03/2026 22:00

Botafogo RJ

W D L W D

8th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ on 18 March 2026 (kick-off: 22:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ preview before placing your bet.

Palmeiras are currently 1st with 47 points after 21 matches.
Botafogo RJ sit 8th with 29 points from 20 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Palmeiras to win with probability 59%.
Head-to-head history favors Botafogo RJ, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Palmeiras have one win, while 3 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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

22:00

2026-03-18

Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ - Prediction & Odds

Palmeiras

Botafogo RJ

2026-03-18 22:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2026

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

01 Palmeiras	47	21	14	5	2	38	16	22
02 Flamengo	39	20	11	6	3	37	18	19
03 Atletico Paranaense	37	21	11	4	6	28	19	9
04 Fluminense RJ	34	21	9	7	5	30	25	5
05 Bahia	32	21	8	8	5	29	25	4
06 Bragantino	31	20	9	4	7	26	20	6
07 Cruzeiro	30	21	8	6	7	27	30	-3
08 Botafogo RJ	29	20	8	5	7	34	32	2
09 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	29	21	7	8	6	22	20	2
10 Atletico Mineiro	28	20	8	4	8	25	25	0
11 Coritiba PR	27	21	7	6	8	25	28	-3
12 Sao Paulo	26	20	7	5	8	25	23	2
13 Vitoria BA	26	21	7	5	9	22	31	-9
14 Mirassol	23	20	6	5	9	23	27	-4
15 Santos	22	20	5	7	8	29	33	-4
16 Internacional RS	22	21	5	7	9	23	27	-4
17 Gremio (RS)	22	20	5	7	8	22	26	-4
18 Vasco da Gama	21	20	5	6	9	23	31	-8
19 Remo Belem (PA)	21	21	5	6	10	24	34	-10
20 Chapecoense SC	10	20	1	7	12	19	41	-22

Head To Head

17/08/2025 23:30

Botafogo RJ

0 - 1

Palmeiras

BRA D1

28/06/2025 16:00

Palmeiras

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

FCWC

30/03/2025 19:00

Palmeiras

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

27/11/2024 00:30

Palmeiras

1 - 3

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

22/08/2024 00:30

Palmeiras

2 - 2

Botafogo RJ

CON CLA

15/08/2024 00:30

Botafogo RJ

2 - 1

Palmeiras

CON CLA

Palmeiras

17%

Draw

50%

Botafogo RJ

33%

Palmeiras Last 6 matches

15/03/2026 21:30

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Mirassol BRA D1

12/03/2026 22:30

Vasco da Gama 2 - 1 Palmeiras BRA D1

08/03/2026 23:30

Gremio Novorizontino 1 - 2 Palmeiras BRA SP

04/03/2026 23:00

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Gremio Novorizontino BRA SP

01/03/2026 23:30

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA SP

26/02/2026 00:30

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Fluminense RJ BRA D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

14/03/2026 23:30

Botafogo RJ 0 - 3 Flamengo BRA D1

11/03/2026 00:30

Botafogo RJ 0 - 1 Barcelona SC(ECU) CON CLA

07/03/2026 21:00

Botafogo RJ 3 - 1 Bangu BRA RJ

04/03/2026 00:30

Barcelona SC(ECU) 1 - 1 Botafogo RJ CON CLA

28/02/2026 22:30

Botafogo RJ 0 - 0 Boavista S.C. BRA RJ

26/02/2026 00:30

Botafogo RJ 2 - 0 Nacional Potosi CON CLA

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

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

Goals

Scored

284

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

125

Avg. per game

0.42

Scored

258

Avg. per game

0.86

Conceded

159

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

185 (62%)115 (38%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

173 (58%)127 (42%)

Palmeiras

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Palmeiras

Botafogo RJ

Shots

Palmeiras

Total shots

14.43 avg / game

Blocked

811 total

Avg. 3.75

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

12.40 avg / game

Blocked

633 total

Avg. 3.17

Palmeiras Pass Botafogo RJ

Total passes

104771

Avg. 377 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

94745

Avg. 388 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Palmeiras

300

Played games

Botafogo RJ

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.45

135

Clean sheets

113

0.38

5.80

1739

Corners

1319

4.40

13.43

4029

Throw-ins

3707

12.36

1.84

552

Offsides

302

1.01

2.50

751

GK saves

668

2.23

Palmeiras

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.73

518

651

2.17

0.07

0.09

11.93

3579

Fouls

3161

10.54

12.23

3669

Tackles

3119

10.40

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How We Build the Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ on 18 March 2026 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.

Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Palmeiras'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 Palmeiras and Botafogo RJ sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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