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Botafogo vs Internacional Prediction

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Serie A

Botafogo

€135.95m

11 May19:00
4 : 0

Internacional

€106.55m

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Botafogo vs Internacional Prediction Serie A

Botafogo vs Internacional Prediction: A Tight Mid-Table Tussle

When Botafogo vs Internacional kicks off at the Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos, it won’t just be three points on the line—it’ll be bragging rights in a battle between two sides separated by just one point and three places in the table. With Botafogo (12th, 8 points) hosting Internacional (9th, 9 points) after seven matches, this head-to-head promises to be a tactical scrap where margins could decide everything. Our Botafogo vs Internacional prediction dives into the stats, recent form, and betting odds to see where the smart money lies.

Recent Form: Grit vs Momentum

Botafogo arrives with a hard-earned 0-0 draw away at Palmeiras (a staggering 5.1 odds result), proving they can dig in against the league’s best. Internacional, meanwhile, turned heads with their own 1-0 victory at Palmeiras (5.5 odds)—a result that screams defensive discipline. The last time these two met, in July 2024, Botafogo nicked a 1-0 win. Will history repeat, or is Internacional primed for payback?

Key Stats at a Glance

  • Home advantage? Botafogo’s odds: 2.2 (win), 3.02 (draw). Internacional’s: 3.6 (win).
  • AI’s top tip: 1X (Botafogo win or draw) at 1.28 odds, confidence 8.2/10.
  • Predicted score: 2-0 to Botafogo (HT 1-0), with 56% possession and 13 shots (5 on target).
  • League trends: Home teams win 41.3% of Serie A matches; only 36.4% see total goals over 2.5.

Betting Odds: What the Numbers Say

The bookmakers fancy Botafogo’s chances, pricing them at 2.2 for a win—a nod to their home turf and that gritty Palmeiras result. Internacional’s 3.6 odds reflect their hit-or-away form, though their shock win at Palmeiras shows they’re no pushovers. The draw (3.02) lurks as a sneaky option, especially given how tight these mid-table clashes tend to be.

Our AI’s Botafogo vs Internacional prediction leans heavily on the 1X (home win or draw), with sky-high 8.2/10 confidence. It’s hard to argue when home teams win 41.3% of Serie A games, compared to just 21% for away sides. Add in Botafogo’s slightly higher squad value (€135.95m vs. Internacional’s €106.55m), and the scales tip further their way.

Tactical Trends: Low-Scoring Affair on the Cards?

If you’re eyeing the total goals market, tread carefully. The league averages suggest caution: while 58.6% of matches clear 1.5 goals, only 36.4% surpass 2.5. Our AI’s under 2.5 goals tip (1.6 odds, confidence 3.3/10) isn’t a slam dunk, but it aligns with both teams’ recent defensive resilience. A 2-0 Botafogo win, as predicted, would sneak under the bar—just.

By the Numbers

  1. Possession: Botafogo (56%) vs. Internacional (44%)—expect the hosts to control tempo.
  2. Shots: Botafogo’s 13 (5 on target) could test Internacional’s backline early.
  3. Discipline: Both teams forecasted for 2 yellow cards—this won’t be a friendly.

Final Verdict: Best Bets for Botafogo vs Internacional

For those scouting the Botafogo vs Internacional prediction for betting gold, here’s the cheat sheet:

  • 1X (Botafogo win or draw) at 1.28 odds (8.2/10 confidence).
  • Under 2.5 goals at 1.6 odds (3.3/10 confidence)—tight games are these two’s specialty.

Botafogo’s home edge and Internacional’s occasional road warrior spirit make this a fascinating duel. Will the hosts’ possession and shot volume translate into goals, or will Internacional’s counter-punching spoil the party? One thing’s certain: with so little separating these sides, every tackle, corner, and card could swing it. For more sharp betting odds and tips, check out nerdytips.com—where the numbers never lie.

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Botafogo vs Internacional

1X -357

Botafogo to win or draw with odds of -357
8/10

1x2 Tip

1 120

Botafogo is expected to win with odds of 120
6/10

Total Goals

Under 2.5 -167

No more than 2 goals will be scored in the match
3/10

Both Teams To Score

No -133

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U3.5 -141

Home win/draw and under 3.5 goals
3/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

2:0

Stats Predictions

56%
Ball Possession
44%
13
Total Shots
9
5
Shots on Goal
3
5
Shots Off Goal
3
4
Corners
4
2
Yellow Cards
2

Average / Match

2.1
Total Goals
2.8
1.4
Goals Scored
1.7
0.7
Goals Against
1.1
55%
Possession
56%
13
Total Shots
12.1
5
Shots on Goal
5.1
5
Shots off Goal
4.3
12
Fouls
14
5
Corners
5
0.9
Offsides
2.3
1.88
Yellow Cards
2.22
0.11
Red Cards
0.11
467
Total Passes
428

Overview Last 10 Matches

5
Wins
4
6
Over 1.5 Goals
7
3
Over 2.5 Goals
5
2
Over 3.5 Goals
3
2
Both Teams Scored
5
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Botafogo
9 - 2 - 13
Internacional
Botafogo Botafogo 12-May-25
4:0
Internacional Internacional
Internacional Internacional 05-Dec-24
0:1
Botafogo Botafogo
Botafogo Botafogo 20-Jul-24
1:0
Internacional Internacional
Internacional Internacional 07-Dec-23
3:1
Botafogo Botafogo
Botafogo Botafogo 13-Aug-23
3:1
Internacional Internacional
Botafogo Botafogo 16-Oct-22
0:1
Internacional Internacional
Internacional Internacional 19-Jun-22
2:3
Botafogo Botafogo
Internacional Internacional 12-Dec-20
2:1
Botafogo Botafogo
Botafogo Botafogo 29-Aug-20
0:2
Internacional Internacional
Botafogo Botafogo 30-Nov-19
0:1
Internacional Internacional

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1 FlamengoFlamengo 37
75-24
78
2 PalmeirasPalmeiras 37
63-32
73
3 CruzeiroCruzeiro 36
53-26
69
4 MirassolMirassol 37
60-36
66
5 FluminenseFluminense 37
48-39
61
6 BahiaBahia 37
50-44
60
7 BotafogoBotafogo 36
52-34
59
8 Sao PauloSao Paulo 37
43-46
51
9 RB BragantinoRB Bragantino 37
44-54
48
10 CorinthiansCorinthians 37
41-46
46
11 GremioGremio 37
43-50
46
12 Vasco DA GamaVasco DA Gama 37
55-55
45
13 Atletico-MGAtletico-MG 37
38-44
45
14 SantosSantos 37
42-50
44
15 CearaCeara 37
33-37
43
16 Fortaleza ECFortaleza EC 37
41-54
43
17 VitoriaVitoria 37
34-52
42
18 InternacionalInternacional 37
41-56
41
19 JuventudeJuventude 37
34-68
34
20 Sport RecifeSport Recife 37
28-71
17
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