Estudiantes vs Botafogo prediction and betting tips on April 24, 2025
Game Prediction
In the 3rd round of the Copa Libertadores group stage on April 24, 2025, a match between Estudiantes and Botafogo will take place. Both clubs have already dropped points and need a good result in this fixture.
Our Prediction for Estudiantes vs Botafogo
The Argentines managed to secure more silverware last season. First, they clinched the Diego Maradona Trophy. Then, after a disappointing Primera (finishing only 12th), they capped off the season by winning the Champions Cup as well. The Brazilians, meanwhile, enjoyed their best year ever, becoming national champions and, for the first time in history, winning the Copa Libertadores.
Currently, the Rio de Janeiro side is struggling. First, they failed to qualify for the state championship playoffs. Almost simultaneously, they lost the South American Super Cup to Racing Avellaneda twice. They’ve also had their share of setbacks in Serie A. After a 2-2 draw with São Paulo, they narrowly lost to Atlético Mineiro. Their opponents from La Plata started the season confidently but have sharply declined in the spring. In their last match against Boca Juniors, they also lost 0-2.
In the Copa Libertadores, Eduardo Domínguez’s men started with a 2-0 away win at Carabobo. But then they lost 1-2 at home to Universidad de Chile. Renato Paiva’s side, on the other hand, narrowly lost in Santiago first, then secured a convincing victory over the group outsiders from Venezuela. However, that match was goalless until the 88th minute.
Estudiantes vs Botafogo: Key Stats and Trends
- Estudiantes have won just one of their last eight matches
- Botafogo have not won in their last three matches
- The Argentines have conceded in four straight games, the Brazilians in three
Estudiantes vs Botafogo: Probable Lineups
Estudiantes (probable lineup): Mansilla - Arzamendia, Rodriguez, Nuñez, Mesa - Neves, Piovi, Medina, Ascacibar - Carrillo, Palacios
Botafogo (probable lineup): John - Telles, Barbosa, Jair Cunha, Ponte - Freitas, Gregore, Rodriguez, Savarino, Artur - Mastriani
Previous Matches: Estudiantes vs Botafogo
In 2008, in the Copa Sudamericana quarterfinals, the Argentines were stronger—2-0 and 2-2. In 2017, during the group stage of the Copa Libertadores, each side won at home.
Free Prediction for Estudiantes vs Botafogo
The Argentines are considered favorites, but mainly because they play at home. Overall, both reigning champions are in poor form—our pick is “under 2.0 goals” (odds – 1.909).
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team’s performance in the Copa Libertadores standings