Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ prediction 28.06.2025 | FIFA Club World Cup

• Competition: FIFA Club World Cup
• Date: Saturday, 28th June 2025
• Kickoff: 17:00 UK / 18:00 CEST
• Venue: Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia, PA)

Palmeiras have gone through what is probably the most even group at the Club World Cup, with five points from three matches. Although Palmeiras ended the group phase without a defeat, it was quite challenging, and they could have been eliminated easily. In the decisive third-round clash, where a draw was enough to secure progression, Palmeiras found themselves 2-0 down against Inter Miami. However, two late goals salvaged a 2-2 draw and a place in the knockout phase. Abel Ferreira's team surely needs to raise their level to have realistic chances in the knockout phase. 

Before the tournament started, probably no one saw Botafogo RJ among the top two teams in group B. Botafogo RJ expectedly beat Seattle Sounders, but the shock came in the second round when the Brazilians won against the Champions League champions, PSG. Heading into the third round, a narrow loss would still be enough to qualify, and they managed exactly that with a 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid. Botafogo RJ was living dangerously in that match as they ended the game with an xG of 0.69, while the home side had 3.03. 

Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ pick: Under 2.5 goals

Both teams showed incredible defenses throughout the tournament, as both allowed only two goals so far. We shouldn't expect more than two goals in the upcoming 1/8 clash between the two Brazilian sides.