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

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 vs Botafogo RJ: Starting Lineups Time : 18/03/2026 18:00

Palmeiras
2 - 1
Finished
Botafogo RJ
88' event Ramon Sosa Acosta
85' event Felipe Anderson Pereira Gomes / Allan
85' event Larson / Jhon Arias
72' event Lucas Evangelista / Andreas Hugo Hoelgebaum Pereira
72' event Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira / Jose Manuel Lopez
71' event Ramon Sosa Acosta / Mauricio Magalhaes Prado
53' event Jhon Arias
9' event Allan
event 90+6' Lucas Villalba
event 89' Carlos Joaquin Correa
event 80' Carlos Joaquin Correa / Matheus Martins
event 71' Artur Victor Guimaraes / Bastos
event 70' Gabriel Justino / Nahuel Ferraresi
event 59' Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira
event 57' Lucas Villalba / Jordan Barrera
event 46' Santiago Rodriguez / Jose Antonio dos Santos Junior
event 45' Cristian Nicolas Medina
88' event Ramon Sosa Acosta
event 90+6' Lucas Villalba
85' event Felipe Anderson Pereira Gomes / Allan
event 89' Carlos Joaquin Correa
85' event Larson / Jhon Arias
event 80' Carlos Joaquin Correa / Matheus Martins
72' event Lucas Evangelista / Andreas Hugo Hoelgebaum Pereira
event 71' Artur Victor Guimaraes / Bastos
72' event Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira / Jose Manuel Lopez
event 70' Gabriel Justino / Nahuel Ferraresi
71' event Ramon Sosa Acosta / Mauricio Magalhaes Prado
event 59' Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira
53' event Jhon Arias
event 57' Lucas Villalba / Jordan Barrera
9' event Allan
event 46' Santiago Rodriguez / Jose Antonio dos Santos Junior
event 45' Cristian Nicolas Medina
Palmeiras Palmeiras
Substitutions
#19 Ramon Sosa Acosta
#30 Lucas Evangelista
#9 Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira
#48 Larson
#7 Felipe Anderson Pereira Gomes
#14 Marcelo Lomba do Nascimento
#3 Bruno Fuchs
#22 Joaquin Piquerez Moreira
#6 Jefte
#12 Khellven Douglas Silva Oliveira
#32 Emiliano Martinez
#31 Luighi
Palmeiras Palmeiras Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ
19Shots6
6Shots on Goal3
13Fouls13
5Corner Kick1
13Free kick13
5Offside0
1Yellow card2
0Red card1
9Aerial19
2Save3
13Successful Tackles10
3Interceptions10
20Long pass39
2Assist0
3Successful center1
11Shots off goal1
4Head Success10
2Blocked2
11Tackle10
12Dribbles12
25Throw-in16
389Passes365
78Attacks85
31Dangerous attacks37
3Corner Kicks(HT)1
5BigChances2
4BigChancesMissed1
12ShotsInsideBox4
6ShotsOutsideBox2
50DuelsWon54
1.59ExpectedGoals0.6
1.7xGOT0.74
28Touches In Opposition Box13
11AccurateCrosses12
46GroundDuelsWon44
4AerialDuelsWon10
14Clearances12
Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ
Substitutions
#23 Santiago Rodriguez
#77 Lucas Villalba
#34 Gabriel Justino
#7 Artur Victor Guimaraes
#30 Carlos Joaquin Correa
#24 Leonardo Matias Baiersdorf Linck
#4 Mateo Ponte
#21 Fernando Marcal De Oliveira
#48 Arthur Novaes
#88 Edenilson Andrade dos Santos
#19 Arthur Mendonca Cabral
#16 Nathan Ribeiro Fernandes
Commentary
90+6' Lucas Villalba - Botafogo RJ receive a yellow card
89' Carlos Joaquin Correa - Botafogo RJ receive a yellow card
88' Ramon Sosa Acosta - Palmeiras receive a yellow card
85' Palmeiras — substitution: Felipe Anderson Pereira Gomes / Allan
85' Palmeiras — substitution: Larson / Jhon Arias
80' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Carlos Joaquin Correa / Matheus Martins
72' Palmeiras — substitution: Lucas Evangelista / Andreas Hugo Hoelgebaum Pereira
72' Palmeiras — substitution: Vitor Hugo Roque Ferreira / Jose Manuel Lopez
71' Palmeiras — substitution: Ramon Sosa Acosta / Mauricio Magalhaes Prado
71' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Artur Victor Guimaraes / Bastos
70' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Gabriel Justino / Nahuel Ferraresi
59' Goal! Danilo Dos Santos De Oliveira - Botafogo RJ
57' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Lucas Villalba / Jordan Barrera
53' Goal! Jhon Arias - Palmeiras
46' Botafogo RJ — substitution: Santiago Rodriguez / Jose Antonio dos Santos Junior
45' Cristian Nicolas Medina - Botafogo RJ receive a red card
9' Goal! Allan - Palmeiras

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 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.

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 standings and the 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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