Botafogo vs America-MG Prediction: Can Botafogo Fancy its Chances at Home?

In the upcoming fixture of Round 26, Botafogo will take on America-MG at the Estadio Nilton Santos in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Going in the game, America-MG stands 8th with 10 wins and 35 points from 25 games played. On the other hand, Botafogo stands 13th with 8 wins and 30 points in the league so far. Though Botafogo is standing just below the qualification, they can accelerate really quick and move in the top 5 standings. When the last time these two sides played against each other America-MG won quite convincingly 0-2.

Botafogo - Coming off a Win Against Fortaleza (WLDDD)

After drawing three consecutive games, Botafogo lost to Flamengo (0-1), but now they managed to strike back with a win over Fortaleza (1-3). In their comeback stint, Carlos Eduardo and Fernando Marcal were spot on with goals throughout the gameplay. With a goal scoring average of 1 goal per game, Botafogo will look to fancy its chances at home and win. 

Key Players for Botafogo

• Erison
• Carlos Eduardo
• Victor Leandro
• Daniel Borges

America-MG - Need to Keep Up with the Pace (WDDDW)

Going in the game, America-MG is coming off a win against Coritiba (2-0) at home. In the last game, America-MG was spot on with 4-3-3 formation and Pedrinho and Matheusinho scoring important winning goals. With a goal scoring average of 0.9 goals per game, America-MG might look to play with an attacking approach instead of looking to draw the game. America-MG has won the previous 2 matches against Botafogo, making themselves favorite to win again.

Key Players for America-MG

• Henrique Almeida
• Pedrinho
• Felipe Azevedo
• Juninho

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, America-MG is coming off a decent match form and will be the competent favorite to win. Though the hosts are also looking to improve their consistency, we have a game to witness. The total is expected to be over 2.5 and the visitors to score 2 or more goals.

• America-MG to Win for 3.42
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.9
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.31