Palmeiras vs Botafogo prediction 18.03.2026 | Brasileirão Betano
Palmeiras
Kick off:
Date:
Botafogo
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1.58
X
4.22
2
5.87
Contents
- Competition: Brasileirão Betano
- Date: 18th March, 2026
- Kickoff: 22:00 UK / 23:00 CET
- Venue: Allianz Parque
Round 7 of the 2026 Campeonato Brasileirão Betano brings together two of Brazil’s most recognizable clubs as Palmeiras host Botafogo. Both sides have experienced contrasting starts to the campaign, making this clash particularly significant as the early stages of the season begin to shape the standings.
Palmeiras vs Botafogo Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Palmeiras
1 : 0
Botafogo
FIFA Club World Cup
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Palmeiras
0 : 0
Botafogo
Serie A
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Palmeiras
1 : 3
Botafogo
Serie A
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Palmeiras
2 : 2
Botafogo
Copa Libertadores
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Botafogo
2 : 1
Palmeiras
Copa Libertadores
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Botafogo
1 : 0
Palmeiras
Serie A
Recent meetings between the sides underline how closely matched they can be. In 2025 alone, the teams played several tight contests, including a 0-0 draw in the league and a 1-0 Palmeiras victory in the FIFA Club World Cup knockout stage. Palmeiras also secured a 1-0 away win in the 2025 Brasileirão, continuing their solid record in this matchup.
Palmeiras team overview
Palmeiras arrive in strong form and appear to be one of the early contenders in the 2026 Brasileirão season. Abel Ferreira’s side have recorded five wins in the last six league fixtures, only losing once away to Vasco da Gama during that period.
A major factor behind Palmeiras’ attacking strength has been the form of the striker duo in Vitor Roque and Jose Lopez, who have already accounted for nearly half of Palmeiras’ goals this season.
Defensively, however, Palmeiras have occasionally looked vulnerable, managing just one clean sheet in their last six matches despite their strong offensive numbers. Nonetheless, playing at Allianz Parque - where the team historically maintains a high win rate - should give them confidence heading into this round.
Last matches of Palmeiras
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Palmeiras
1 : 0
Mirassol
Serie A
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Palmeiras
2 : 1
Fluminense
Serie A
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SC Internacional
1 : 3
Palmeiras
Serie A
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Palmeiras
5 : 1
Vitória
Serie A
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Palmeiras
3 : 1
Sao Paulo
Paulista A1
Palmeiras lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Carlos Miguel
Defenders
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4
Agustín Giay
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15
Gustavo Gómez
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3
Bruno Fuchs
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22
Joaquín Piquerez
Midfielders
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8
Andreas Pereira
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17
Marlon Freitas
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18
Mauricio
Forwards
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11
Jhon Arias
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40
Allan
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42
José López
Botafogo team overview
Botafogo enter this fixture with more uncertainty surrounding their current form. While the squad possesses attacking talent capable of troubling opponents, their recent performances have been inconsistent. Martin Anselmi’s men have lost three of their first four league fixtures - three in a row following a 4-0 win over Cruzeiro on the opening matchday of the season - and are currently stranded in the relegation zone.
Recent results have also highlighted broader instability around the club. Reports suggest Botafogo have endured a difficult period both on and off the pitch, including managerial changes and disappointing tournament exits earlier in the year.
Last matches of Botafogo
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Botafogo
0 : 1
Barcelona Guayaquil
Copa Libertadores
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Botafogo
3 : 1
Bangu
Carioca Serie A
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Barcelona Guayaquil
1 : 1
Botafogo
Copa Libertadores
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Botafogo
2 : 0
Nacional Potosí
Copa Libertadores
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Boavista
0 : 2
Botafogo
Carioca Serie A
Botafogo lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Raúl
Defenders
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2
Vitinho
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15
Bastos
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5
Nahuel Ferraresi
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13
Alex Telles
Midfielders
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28
Newton
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6
Cristian Medina
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8
Danilo
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11
Matheus Martins
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14
Jordan Barrera
Forwards
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19
Arthur Cabral
Prediction
Overall, Palmeiras’ stronger recent performances and attacking efficiency suggest they are the more likely winners. A narrow home victory with a clean sheet for Palmeiras appears the most likely outcome in what should still be a competitive Brazilian top-flight encounter.
Prediction: Both Teams to Score - NO.
Three reasons we expect BTTS - NO
- Botafogo have failed to score in their last two Brasileirão Betano fixtures.
- Last weekend, Palmeiras kept their first clean sheet of the season, indicating a potential defensive improvement.
- The last three direct meetings between the sides have seen BTTS - NO land.
Main prediction Palmeiras - Botafogo
Both Teams to Score - NO
Best Odds:
Megapari
1.95
Palmeiras vs Botafogo standings in Serie A
| Regular Season | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | São Paulo | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10 - 3 | +7 | 16 |
| 2 | Palmeiras | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 14 - 7 | +7 | 13 |
| 3 | Fluminense | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 - 6 | +4 | 13 |
| 4 | Bahia | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 6 - 3 | +3 | 11 |
| 5 | Flamengo | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 - 4 | +5 | 10 |
| 6 | Coritiba | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8 - 6 | +2 | 10 |
| 7 | Grêmio | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10 - 10 | 0 | 8 |
| 8 | Corinthians | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 - 6 | 0 | 8 |
| 9 | Bragantino | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 5 - 6 | -1 | 8 |
| 10 | Athletico PR | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6 - 6 | 0 | 7 |
| 11 | Vitória | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 - 8 | -1 | 7 |
| 12 | Chapecoense | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 9 - 9 | 0 | 6 |
| 13 | Mirassol | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 8 - 8 | 0 | 6 |
| 14 | Santos | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 9 - 11 | -2 | 6 |
| 15 | Vasco da Gama | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 8 - 10 | -2 | 5 |
| 16 | Atlético Mineiro | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 - 10 | -3 | 5 |
| 17 | Botafogo | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 - 9 | -2 | 3 |
| 18 | Remo | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 - 11 | -5 | 3 |
| 19 | Cruzeiro | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 7 - 14 | -7 | 3 |
| 20 | Internacional | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3 - 8 | -5 | 2 |