Botafogo vs. Flamengo Preview and Free Pick

The season of the Brasileirão Série A is 3 matchdays past the middle point, which means that it is time for the teams to kick things into overdrive and get as many points as they can to rise on the scoreboards.

For the match that we are currently looking into, we have Botafogo, who is leading the table with an iron fist, having 11 points over second place after 16 wins, 3 draws, and only 2 losses.

Their opponents, Flamengo are currently on the 4th spot in the scoreboards with 10 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses in their current run, and they are fighting for the 3rd spot as their most immediate objective.

Both teams are at the top for a reason, so we expect this match to be quite exciting.

When: 

Saturday, September 2nd at 8:00 pm ET at the Olympic Stadium, in Rio de Janeiro

Moneyline odds: 

Botafongo +131

Flamengo +200

Draw Odds: 

+235

Where Can I Watch? 

Brasil Play

Why Bet on Botafogo?

Botafogo has been exceptional when it comes to the home matches. They continue to retain the top spot by far, but recently dropped points have allowed Palmeiras to reduce the points gap by 3.

Manager Bruno Lage comes into the game with Rafael, Tiquinho Soares, and Patrick de Paula missing because of injury.

Why Bet on Flamengo?

Flamengo is falling from the top of the table. Even though the team has had a very decent run over the last few weeks, the likes of Gremio have been even better.

Coach Jorge Sampaoli heads into the encounter with only two players unavailable for the game because of injuries. Giorgian de Arrascaeta and Gabriel Noga will be doubtful.

Betting Analysis: Botafogo vs. Flamengo

This match will be a banger, as both teams are going strong in their recent games. However, there is a factor that could tip the scale towards one of the sides.

Botafogo is not only the leader in the scoreboard, showing that they have been a lot more successful during the season, but now they are hosting the clash. This stadium has been a stronghold with all the letters this season, to the point where they have not dropped points in more than 10 games there. Considering this, things should be pointing towards them achieving a 2-1 victory.

We expect the home crowd to end up cheering for their team in victory as all soccer fans cheer for enjoying an exciting match.

If you place $100 on a victory for Botafogo, you could get $131 for a total payout of $231.

Botafogo vs. Flamengo Betting Pick: Botafogo