Serie A Regular Season - 7
Palmeiras 2 - 1 FT Botafogo
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
9' Allan Elias (Andreas Pereira)
C. Medina 45'
HT
↓ Junior Santos ↑S. Rodriguez 46'
53' J. Arias (Andreas Pereira)
↓ J. Barrera ↑L. M. Villalba Jaume 57'
Danilo 59'
↓ N. Ferraresi ↑G. Justino 70'
↓ Bastos ↑Artur 71'
71' ↓ Mauricio ↑R. Sosa
72' ↓ J. Lopez ↑Vitor Roque
72' ↓ Andreas Pereira ↑Lucas Evangelista
↓ Matheus Martins ↑J. Correa 80'
85' ↓ Allan Elias ↑Felipe Anderson
85' ↓ J. Arias ↑Larson
88' R. Sosa
J. Correa 89'
L. M. Villalba Jaume 90'+6
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Palmeiras
Goalkeepers
Carlos Miguel 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Agustín Giay 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
56%
Duel Win %
Gustavo Gómez 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Murilo
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
56%
Duel Win %
Arthur Gabriel
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Andreas Pereira 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
2
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
Marlon Freitas
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
46%
Pass Acc
Allan 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
6.3
Rating
Mauricio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Jhon Arias
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
8.2
Rating
Forwards
José López
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
6%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Marcelo Lomba 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Bruno Fuchs
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joaquín Piquerez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jefté
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Khellven
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Evangelista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Larson
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Felipe Anderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emiliano Martínez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ramón Sosa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vitor Roque
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Luighi Hanri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Botafogo
Goalkeepers
Raúl
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Vitinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bastos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Nahuel Ferraresi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Alex Telles 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Danilo 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Jordan Barrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Cristian Medina 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.3
Rating
Álvaro Montoro
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Matheus Martins
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Júnior Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
Léo Linck
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Mateo Ponte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marçal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Santiago Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
52
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Justino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arthur Novaes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edenilson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Villalba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Artur
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arthur Cabral
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joaquín Correa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Fernandes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2025 | Botafogo | 0 - 1 | Palmeiras | Serie A | Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos |
| 06/28/2025 | Palmeiras | 1 - 0 (AET) | Botafogo | FIFA Club World Cup | Lincoln Financial Field |
| 03/30/2025 | Palmeiras | 0 - 0 | Botafogo | Serie A | Allianz Parque |
| 11/27/2024 | Palmeiras | 1 - 3 | Botafogo | Serie A | Allianz Parque |
| 08/22/2024 | Palmeiras | 2 - 2 | Botafogo | CONMEBOL Libertadores | Allianz Parque |
| 08/15/2024 | Botafogo | 2 - 1 | Palmeiras | CONMEBOL Libertadores | Estádio Nilton Santos |
| 07/18/2024 | Botafogo | 1 - 0 | Palmeiras | Serie A | Estádio Nilton Santos |
| 11/02/2023 | Botafogo | 3 - 4 | Palmeiras | Serie A | Estádio Nilton Santos |
| 06/25/2023 | Palmeiras | 0 - 1 | Botafogo | Serie A | Allianz Parque |
| 10/03/2022 | Botafogo | 1 - 3 | Palmeiras | Serie A | Estádio Nilton Santos |
Palmeiras Win
Botafogo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -8
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palmeiras | 12 | 29 | 22 | 10 | +12 | |
| 2 | Flamengo | 11 | 23 | 20 | 10 | +10 | |
| 3 | Fluminense | 12 | 23 | 21 | 15 | +6 | |
| 4 | Sao Paulo | 13 | 23 | 17 | 11 | +6 | |
| 5 | Bahia | 12 | 21 | 17 | 14 | +3 | |
| 6 | Atletico Paranaense | 12 | 19 | 17 | 14 | +3 | |
| 7 | Coritiba | 13 | 19 | 15 | 13 | +2 | |
| 8 | RB Bragantino | 12 | 17 | 15 | 14 | +1 | |
| 9 | Botafogo | 12 | 17 | 24 | 24 | 0 | |
| 10 | Vasco DA Gama | 13 | 16 | 18 | 19 | -1 | |
| 11 | Gremio | 13 | 16 | 15 | 16 | -1 | |
| 12 | Cruzeiro | 13 | 16 | 17 | 21 | -4 | |
| 13 | Vitoria | 11 | 15 | 11 | 14 | -3 | |
| 14 | Corinthians | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | -2 | |
| 15 | Atletico-MG | 12 | 14 | 14 | 15 | -1 | |
| 16 | Internacional | 13 | 14 | 12 | 14 | -2 | |
| 17 | Santos | 13 | 14 | 18 | 21 | -3 | |
| 18 | Mirassol | 12 | 9 | 13 | 18 | -5 | |
| 19 | Remo | 13 | 8 | 13 | 23 | -10 | |
| 20 | Chapecoense-sc | 11 | 8 | 11 | 22 | -11 |
P: 12 GD: +12
P: 11 GD: +10
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 13 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 13 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: +1
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 13 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 13 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -5
P: 13 GD: -10
P: 11 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Palmeiras Survive 10-Man Botafogo Scare
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 70/100. A reckless first-half dismissal shifted the tactical landscape, allowing the high-flying hosts to break down a stubborn relegation-threatened side.
Early Breakthroughs and Tactical Chess
The Stakes were unmistakably high at Allianz Parque, pitting title hopefuls against a squad desperate to escape the relegation battle. Palmeiras wasted no time asserting their authority. Just nine minutes in, Andreas Pereira carved open the defence to find Allan Elias, who coolly slotted home the opener. Despite the early setback, Botafogo refused to crumble immediately. The hosts merely edged possession at 52%, facing a rigid defensive block that aimed to frustrate. The Balance of the match hung on a knife-edge as the visitors looked to strike on the counter, but their lack of final-third precision left them chasing shadows for much of the half.
The Red Card Turning Point
The entire complexion of this contest warped in the 45th minute. C. Medina lunged in with a clumsy trip, earning a straight red card that left his teammates with a mountain to climb. That solitary moment of madness drained the visitors' defensive resolve. Emerging from the tunnel with a man advantage, Palmeiras relentlessly exploited the newfound space. By the 53rd minute, Pereira registered his second assist of the night, feeding J. Arias to double the lead. A one-sided attacking siege materialized, generating a remarkable Intensity rating as the hosts ultimately racked up 19 shots to suffocate the ten men.
A Tense and Gritty Resolution
A massive Upset Factor seemed impossible until the 59th minute, when Danilo suddenly pulled a goal back for Botafogo against the run of play. Instantly, Allianz Parque grew nervous. However, the sheer volume of Palmeiras's attacking pressure kept the ball far from their own net. Marlon Freitas pulled the strings masterfully in midfield, ensuring the hosts navigated the late tension without conceding an equalizer. The 2-1 victory solidifies Palmeiras's grip on the Copa Libertadores promotion spots, while Botafogo remains anchored in the drop zone, left to rue what might have been with eleven men on the pitch.
Key Questions
How did the red card for C. Medina impact the match?
Reduced to 10 men right before halftime, the visitors lost their midfield foothold, conceding a second goal shortly after the break.
What does this mean for Palmeiras's season?
The victory keeps them firmly in the Copa Libertadores promotion spots, maintaining pressure at the top of the table.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
Yes, the fiery atmosphere contributed to 26 fouls and a crucial sending off, overshadowing fluid attacking phases.
What is the Choque-Rei?
The Choque-Rei is the rivalry between Palmeiras and Botafogo, a passionate regional rivalry with deep local significance.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Palmeiras Chase Top Spot in High-Stakes Derby Against Struggling Botafogo
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 63/100. Local bragging rights collide with early relegation fears as high-flying Palmeiras host a desperate Botafogo side.
The Setup
A massive Stakes rating underscores the pressure cooking inside Allianz Parque this March 18, 2026. Palmeiras boast an intimidating Form following a blistering start to the campaign, sitting comfortably in second place and scoring at will. Conversely, Botafogo find themselves nervously looking over their shoulders in 17th. The sheer volume of Stars on display promises an entertaining clash, but the total lack of competitive Balance heavily favours the title-chasing hosts over the relegation-threatened visitors.
Key Battle
The midfield duel is where this derby will ultimately be won or lost. Andreas Pereira has been orchestrating the home side's attacks flawlessly, pulling the strings with five crucial assists already. He faces off against Danilo, who carries the visitors' hopes almost entirely on his own shoulders. If Danilo can disrupt Pereira's creative rhythm and launch rapid counters through the centre, the away side might just stand a chance of surviving the onslaught.
Our Prediction
Palmeiras 3-1 Botafogo. The hosts' relentless attacking pressure will eventually crack a fragile away defence. Expect the visitors to strike once on the counter, but the home side's overwhelming firepower will seal the three points.