Botafogo vs Flamengo Prediction: Table Toppers Take on Each Other

In the upcoming scheduled fixture of Campeonato Carioca Série A, Matchday 9, Botafogo will take on Flamengo at the Estádio Nacional de Brasília. Botafogo and Flamengo are among the top teams of the contest and will be looking forward to Brazil’s top rated competition, Brazil Serie A. Botafogo and Flamengo last played in August 2022 and Flamengo won (0-1). According to the table standings of today, Flamengo stands at the top with 6 wins and 20 points from 8 matches played. Botafogo stands 2nd with 5 wins and 16 points in the contest so far. Hence, I am predicting an exciting and competitive matchup between the two.

Botafogo - Lost to Vasco da Gama (LWWDW)

For the upcoming contest against Flamengo, Botafogo will be looking to make a reasonable comeback and consolidate its position in the top two standings. Losing to Vasco da Gama (2-0) was certainly an upset for Botafogo, as Rafael and Adryelson were sent off due to red card suspensions. Taking advantage of the red card suspension, Vasco da Gama struck goals in the second half of play. Botafogo and Flamengo have played over 60 matches against each other. In 60 outings Botafogo has scored 47 goals at an average of 0.78 goals per game. With 7 goals scored in the last 5 matches, Botafogo averages 1.4 goals per game. Hence, Botafogo will look to take maximum advantage of Flamengo’s disturbed game form.

Flamengo - Lost to Independiente in Recopa Fixture (LWWWL)

Going in the matchup, Flamengo is coming off a defeat against Flamengo (1-0) in a Recopa fixture. However, Flamengo has maintained its decent reputation in the Carioca Serie A fixtures. With a goal scoring average of 2.05 goals per game, Flamengo is likely to take the attack to the opposition. With a goal scoring average of 1.28 goals per game against Botafogo, Flamengo will look to maximize and register a win. A win in the upcoming matchup will consolidate Flamengo’s rank in the top spot of Carioca Serie A.

Expert Betting Tips

For the upcoming Carioca Serie A fixture, Flamengo will stand favorite, even though they will be playing an away fixture. Flamengo leads the head-to-head count against Botafogo, which makes them favorites for tomorrow. In the least three matches against Botafogo, Flamengo has dominated and won all three. In 2 of 3 matches, the game total was under 2.5 and the same is expected tomorrow.

• Total Under 2.5 for 1.71
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.885
• Flamengo to Win for 3.50