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

Palmeiras

D W W W L

1st place in Brazil Serie A

Over

2-1

18/03/2026 18:00

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: 18:00) 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.
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.

Weather

18:00

2026-03-18

Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ - Prediction & Odds

Palmeiras

Botafogo RJ

2026-03-18 18:00

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 19:30

Botafogo RJ

0 - 1

Palmeiras

BRA D1

28/06/2025 12:00

Palmeiras

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

FCWC

30/03/2025 15:00

Palmeiras

0 - 0

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

26/11/2024 20:30

Palmeiras

1 - 3

Botafogo RJ

BRA D1

21/08/2024 20:30

Palmeiras

2 - 2

Botafogo RJ

CON CLA

14/08/2024 20:30

Botafogo RJ

2 - 1

Palmeiras

CON CLA

Palmeiras

17%

Draw

50%

Botafogo RJ

33%

Palmeiras Last 6 matches

15/03/2026 17:30

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Mirassol BRA D1

12/03/2026 18:30

Vasco da Gama 2 - 1 Palmeiras BRA D1

08/03/2026 19:30

Gremio Novorizontino 1 - 2 Palmeiras BRA SP

04/03/2026 19:00

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Gremio Novorizontino BRA SP

01/03/2026 19:30

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA SP

25/02/2026 20:30

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Fluminense RJ BRA D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Botafogo RJ

14/03/2026 19:30

Botafogo RJ 0 - 3 Flamengo BRA D1

10/03/2026 20:30

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

07/03/2026 17:00

Botafogo RJ 3 - 1 Bangu BRA RJ

03/03/2026 20:30

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

28/02/2026 18:30

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

25/02/2026 20:30

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

Played games

Palmeiras

Botafogo RJ

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.81

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.76

Scored

Avg. per game

1.70

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.60

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 21 matches

YesNo

20 (95%)1 (5%)

In last 21 matches

NoYes

17 (85%)3 (15%)

Palmeiras

Recent matches

Botafogo RJ

Under /Over

(71%)15 6(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)17 3(15%)

Under /Over

(38%)8 13(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(35%)7 13(65%)

Under /Over

(52%)11 10(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(55%)11 9(45%)

/Yes

(62%)13 8(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(75%)15 5(25%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Palmeiras

Botafogo RJ

Shots

Palmeiras

Total shots

13.24 avg / game

Blocked

72 total

Avg. 3.43

Botafogo RJ

Total shots

11.90 avg / game

Blocked

46 total

Avg. 2.30

Palmeiras Pass Botafogo RJ

Total passes

8565

Avg. 408 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

6698

Avg. 335 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Palmeiras

Played games

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.15

5.57

117

Corners

3.70

16.33

343

Throw-ins

325

16.25

2.05

Offsides

0.60

2.95

GK saves

3.60

Palmeiras

DISCIPLINARY

Botafogo RJ

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.90

2.55

0.10

0.10

13.62

286

Fouls

260

13.00

8.90

187

Tackles

204

10.20

NEXT MATCHES

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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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