Our model gives Botafogo a 32% chance to win this one, against 29% for a draw and 39% for Palmeiras.

Both teams are projected to score in 50% of simulations, against 50% where at least one side is kept off the scoresheet.

The model leans toward over 2.5 total goals, giving it a 46% likelihood against 54% for under 2.5.

Looking at recent form across all competitions, Botafogo have gone over 2.5 goals in 1 of their last 3, and Palmeiras have done so in 4 of their last 6.