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Palmeiras vs Botafogo: Head-to-Head Preview for the Club World Cup Round of 16

A Detailed Look at the Palmeiras vs Botafogo Rivalry Ahead of the CWC Round of 16

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The highly anticipated clash between Palmeiras and Botafogo in the Club World Cup (CWC) Round of 16 is set to commence at the Lincoln Financial Field.

With both teams bringing their rich histories and competitive spirit to the pitch, this matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter. As we gear up for this exciting fixture, let’s dive into the head-to-head (H2H) statistics, recent form, and key insights based on their historical encounters.

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H2H Record Palmeiras vs Botafogo

Over the years, Palmeiras and Botafogo have faced off numerous times, showcasing a competitive rivalry. Based on the available data, here’s a summary of their all-time record across various competitions:

Date	Home Team	Away Team	Result
08/17/25	Botafogo	Palmeiras	2-2
03/31/25	Palmeiras	Botafogo	0-0
11/27/24	Palmeiras	Botafogo	1-3
08/22/24	Palmeiras	Botafogo	2-2
08/15/24	Botafogo	Palmeiras	2-1
07/18/24	Botafogo	Palmeiras	1-0
11/02/23	Botafogo	Palmeiras	3-4
06/26/23	Palmeiras	Botafogo	0-1
10/04/22	Botafogo	Palmeiras	1-3
06/10/22	Palmeiras	Botafogo	4-0
02/03/21	Palmeiras	Botafogo	1-1
10/08/20	Botafogo	Palmeiras	2-1
10/13/19	Palmeiras	Botafogo	1-0
05/26/19	Botafogo	Palmeiras	0-1
08/23/18	Palmeiras	Botafogo	2-0
04/17/18	Botafogo	Palmeiras	1-1
11/28/17	Palmeiras	Botafogo	2-0
08/03/17	Botafogo	Palmeiras	1-1
11/21/16	Palmeiras	Botafogo	1-0
08/01/16	Botafogo	Palmeiras	3-1
10/09/14	Botafogo	Palmeiras	0-1
05/29/14	Palmeiras	Botafogo	0-2
11/05/12	Palmeiras	Botafogo	2-2
08/23/12	Botafogo	Palmeiras	3-1
09/01/11	Botafogo	Palmeiras	3-1
05/23/11	Palmeiras	Botafogo	1-0
10/11/10	Botafogo	Palmeiras	0-0
07/23/10	Palmeiras	Botafogo	2-2
12/07/09	Botafogo	Palmeiras	2-1
08/16/09	Palmeiras	Botafogo	1-1
12/08/08	Palmeiras	Botafogo	0-1
08/11/08	Botafogo	Palmeiras	1-0

All-Time Statistics

Total Matches Played: 51
Palmeiras Wins: 22
Botafogo Wins: 15
Draws: 14

Palmeiras holds a slight edge in this rivalry, with a balanced mix of victories and draws. The most recent encounter on March 31, 2025, ended in a goalless draw, setting the stage for an intriguing Round of 16 showdown.

Botafogo vs Plameitas: Past Five Fixtures

Let’s take a closer look at the last five meetings between Palmeiras and Botafogo to gauge their recent form:

Date	Competition	Home Team	Away Team	Result
03/31/25	Club World Cup	Palmeiras	Botafogo	0-0
08/22/24	CONMEBOL Libertadores	Palmeiras	Botafogo	2-2
08/15/24	CONMEBOL Libertadores	Botafogo	Palmeiras	2-1
07/18/24	Brasileirão Betano	Botafogo	Palmeiras	1-0
11/02/23	Brasileirão Betano	Botafogo	Palmeiras	3-4

Form Analysis

Palmeiras: 1 win, 2 draws, 2 losses
Botafogo: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss

The past five fixtures indicate a closely contested battle, with Botafogo showing a slight edge in recent results. However, Palmeiras’ ability to secure draws, including the latest 0-0 result, suggests they are capable of holding firm against their rivals.

Manager Head-to-Head: Abel Ferreira vs Renato Paiva

The tactical duel between Palmeiras’ Abel Ferreira and Botafogo’s Renato Paiva adds another layer of intrigue to this matchup. Here’s how the managers have fared against each other based on the data:

Manager	Wins	Draws	Losses
Abel Ferreira	2	1	1
Renato Paiva	1	1	2

Stats via – SofaScore

Abel Ferreira holds a 2-1-1 record against Renato Paiva, giving him a psychological advantage heading into the CWC Round of 16. Ferreira’s strategic acumen has often outmaneuvered Paiva, but the latter’s adaptability could pose a challenge.

Both Palmeiras and Botafogo have shown resilience, avoiding losses in 5 out of 16 matches. Palmeiras holds an edge, scoring first in 7 of those games. The teams consistently experience over 4.5 cards and under 10.5 corners, indicating a physical yet controlled style of play.

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