Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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Palmeiras logo
18 Mar,23:00
2 - 1
Full Time
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Palmeiras
Botafogo RJ

Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 0
9
Allan
scored for Palmeiras
45
1
was sent off
2nd Half2 - 1
53
J. Arias
scored for Palmeiras
59
Danilo
scored for Botafogo RJ
88
R. Sosa
was cautioned
89
J. Correa
was cautioned
90+6
L. Villalba
was cautioned

Palmeiras welcome Botafogo to Allianz Parque on 18 March 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Brazil Serie A schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.

Palmeiras aim for structural stability in their setup.

Botafogo rely on proactive attacking football.

Recent Form

Palmeiras

W W L W W

Botafogo

L L L L W

Palmeiras are in flying form, dominating recent fixtures. Opponents will need to be on guard against their current form.

In contrast, Botafogo show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.

Recent Form Home/Away

Palmeiras (Home)

W W W W

Botafogo (Away)

L L L
There is little difference in Palmeiras's performance across venues.

Botafogo are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Palmeiras

- + - - -

Botafogo

- - - - +

Palmeiras have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Similarly, Botafogo are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Palmeiras (Home)

- + - -

Botafogo (Away)

- - -
Palmeiras's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Botafogo show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Palmeiras

+ - + + +

Botafogo

+ + - + +

Palmeiras's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

Similarly, Botafogo have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Palmeiras (Home)

+ - + +

Botafogo (Away)

+ - +
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Palmeiras.

Botafogo's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

Scoring Consistency

Palmeiras

+ + + + +

Botafogo

+ - - + +

Palmeiras have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

In contrast, Botafogo continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Palmeiras (Home)

+ + + +

Botafogo (Away)

+ - +
There is little difference in Palmeiras's scoring output across venues.

Botafogo's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Rafael Rodrigo Klein
Venue: Allianz Parque

Palmeiras vs Botafogo RJ Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.45
xG
0.59
52
Ball Posession (%)
48
5
Big Chances
2
1
Cautions
2
0
Expulsions
1
19
Shots
6
6
Shots on Goal
3
2
Shots Blocked
2
13
Shots inside Box
4
6
Shots outside Box
2
0
Hit Woodwork
0
13
Fouls
13
6
Corner Kicks
1
25
Throw Ins
16
2
Saves
5
13
Free Kicks
13
5
Offsides
0
402
Passes Total
368
346
Passes Completed
304
86
Passes in the final 3rd Total
92
63
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
65
31
Touches in the Opposition Box
13
22
Tackles Total
19
13
Tackles Completed
10
14
Clearances
14
11
Crosses Total
12
4
Crosses Completed
1
3
Interceptions
10

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