Botafogo vs São Paulo prediction and betting tips on September 19, 2024
Game Prediction
In the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores on September 19, 2024, Botafogo will face São Paulo in the first leg.
Botafogo vs São Paulo: Key Statistics and Trends
- Botafogo is unbeaten in their last six matches.
- São Paulo has won only once in their last four games.
- The most common scoreline between the clubs is 1-0 in favor of Botafogo (five times).
- Botafogo wins the first half in 31% of matches, while São Paulo wins in 34%.
Our prediction for the Botafogo vs São Paulo match
The "Lone Star" led the Série A standings for much of last season, only to falter in the final stretch and finish in fifth place. Meanwhile, São Paulo struggled in the league, finishing in 11th place, but they compensated by winning the Brazilian Cup.
This season, Botafogo is again leading Série A, albeit with some inconsistency. Despite not having a standout goal-scorer, they continue to rack up victories, including a 2-1 win over Corinthians in the last round. São Paulo has also improved, moving closer to the top four after a 1-0 victory over Cruzeiro. However, their run in the domestic cup came to an end in the quarterfinals, where they couldn't overcome Atlético Mineiro, drawing 0-0 away after a home loss.
In the Copa Libertadores, Botafogo started from the qualifiers, eliminating Aurora and Red Bull Bragantino. After two early losses in the group stage, they eventually advanced and knocked out Palmeiras in the playoffs (2-1 at home, 2-2 away). São Paulo, as cup winners, began directly from the main stage, collecting 13 points. In August, they defeated Nacional with a 2-0 home victory after a scoreless draw in Uruguay.
Botafogo vs São Paulo: Possible Lineups
Botafogo (predicted lineup): John – Soares da Silva, Barbosa, Bastos, Ponte – Gregore, Freitas, Almada, Savarino, Luis Henrique – Igor Jesus
São Paulo (predicted lineup): Rafael – Wellington, Sabino, Arboleda, Rafinha – Luis Gustavo, Bobadilla, Wellington Rato, William Gomes, Lucas Moura – Calleri
Head to Head matches: Botafogo vs São Paulo
Botafogo has not lost in six matches against São Paulo. However, after winning four straight, they’ve drawn their last two meetings.
Free prediction today for the match: Botafogo vs São Paulo
Botafogo is the more stable team and is playing at home. We expect a win for the "Lone Star" (odds – 2.01).