Botafogo vs Juventude
Stadium: Nilton Santos
06.04.2025, 03:00
Botafogo began the defense of its Brasileirão title with a goalless draw with Palmeiras. A point grabbed away against a direct opponent was clearly a good result, but a midweek defeat in the Copa Libertadores opener put the team under pressure. Botafogo also won the most important South American competition last year, so nobody expected a defeat against Universidad de Chile. The next opponent is Juventude, and the Glorioso must win.
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After a mediocre Campeonato Carioca, a visit to the Allianz Parque to face Palmeiras, the great rival of the last two seasons, was causing great concern among the fans. However, against all expectations, Botafogo played a good game and was the more dangerous team in the first 45 minutes. The match was more balanced in the second half, and John, the Botafogo goalkeeper, saved his team in a one-on-one with Flaco López in the last minute. After the tough encounter with Palmeiras, Botafogo traveled to Chile for the first game of the Copa Libertadores group stage and again played poorly. Despite having more possession, Renato Paiva's men hardly created any chances. In the 59th minute, Di Yorio scored the game's only goal, and Universidad defeated the trophy holder.
Juventude
The Gaúchos started the league with a victory against a direct competitor and will go to Rio de Janeiro with peace of mind. Juventude beat Vitória 2-0 with two goals from striker Taliari. It was an important result for the Papo, as the club's main objective is to avoid relegation. The Caxias do Sul side had the whole week to prepare for the upcoming match and is confident despite being the clear underdog.
History of Head-to-Heads
Serie A 2025 
Juventude
Serie A 2024
Botafogo RJ
Serie A 2024
Juventude
Serie A 2022
Botafogo RJ
Serie A 2022
Juventude
Expert Betting Tips
Botafogo didn't have much time to rest, as it played in Chile a few days ago. Nevertheless, it must win against Juventude. Although the draw away to Palmeiras in Round 1 was a good result, the truth is that the Lone Star club hasn't won for two months. This season, Botafogo has already lost the Supercopa do Brasil against Flamengo and the Recopa Sudamericana against Racing. The Cariocas haven't scored a goal in their last five games, so life for Renato Paiva, who succeeded Artur Jorge, isn't easy. Juventude won the opening match and will play without pressure, so I'm leaning towards a draw. A slightly safer option might be a bet on a game with less than two goals scored.
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