The penultimate matchday of the Brasileirão is here, and Botafogo faces a tough away game against Internacional with a must-win situation if they want to claim the championship.
The Colorado lost third place last weekend and will be looking to reclaim it, although they are no longer in contention for titles.
O Fogo is coming off an incredible week, securing a win over Palmeiras on the road and then being crowned Copa Libertadores champions.
Internacional vs. Botafogo Betting Odds and Info
| Internacional 2.8 | Botafogo 2.51 | Draw Offs: 3.34 |
| When? | Wednesday, December 4 at 7:30 PM ET, 6:30 PM CST, 5:30 PM MT, and 4:30 PM PT |
| Where? | Estadio Beira-Rio |
| Where can I watch it? | Premiere and Fanatiz USA |
Why Bet on Internacional?
Internacional has nothing left to play for this season, except for the chance to spoil Botafogo’s title hopes. The team has already secured a spot in next year’s Copa Libertadores and can move slightly up or down in the standings, but their title aspirations ended after the loss to Flamengo (3-2).
A win against the Mengão would have given them the opportunity to fight for the Brasileirão title against Botafogo, considering they would have been just five points behind with six left to play, including this decisive match. However, a poor first half against Fla saw them trailing 3-0, and second-half goals from Wesley and Enner Valencia weren’t enough to turn the game around.
Despite that, it has been a strong season for the Colorado, who made an impressive resurgence, ending a streak of four consecutive wins and a 16-game unbeaten run with 12 victories last weekend. These are excellent results for Roger Machado’s team, who took over in July after moving from Juventude to replace Eduardo Coudet.
One positive note is the return of Rafael Santos Borré for this match after serving his suspension. The Colombian striker has scored nine goals, making him the team’s second-highest scorer, behind Wesley with 11 goals.
Why bet on Botafogo?
Botafogo fans have endured a lot of heartache this season, but everything seems to be on the right track now. Last year, they squandered an incredible lead in the Brasileirão, going from being virtual champions to finishing in fifth place—a complete disaster. And in 2024, it seemed like history was about to repeat itself.
Leaders all year long, they hit a rough patch with three consecutive draws, allowing Palmeiras to catch up in points and overtake them in the standings by virtue of having more wins, the first tiebreaker criterion.The two teams then faced off at the home of the Verdão. That’s when Artur Jorge’s squad unleashed their full potential, securing a crucial 1-3 victory with goals from Gregore, Jefferson Savarino, and Adryelson. This win not only put them back on top but also restored their destiny into their own hands. If they win this Wednesday, they could even clinch the title, depending on the result of the Palmeiras vs. Cruzeiro match.
But that’s not all. Just days later, they played the Copa Libertadores final against Atlético Mineiro, and just one minute into the match, they were down a player due to a red card for Gregore.
The Fogão delivered an incredible first half, scoring through Luiz Henrique and Alex Telles (from a penalty). Two minutes into the second half, Eduardo Vargas pulled one back for Atlético Mineiro, and Botafogo spent the remainder of the game defending their lead. In stoppage time, Júnior Santos pulled off an incredible play to score the decisive 3-1, securing the first Copa Libertadores title in the club’s history.
Fueled by all that momentum, the players are now traveling to Porto Alegre to play yet another final—a decisive match that could cap off what is shaping up to be the greatest year in the history of Botafogo.
Final Betting Analysis: Internacional vs. Botafogo
These teams met earlier this year on July 20, with Botafogo securing a 1-0 win thanks to a goal from Luiz Henrique. The last time they played in Porto Alegre, however, Internacional came out on top with a 3-1 victory.
The odds at Gambyl Exchange favor Botafogo, with their Moneyline at 2.51, while Internacional’s stands at 2.8, and a draw is at 3.34.
It will be a thrilling match between two of the best teams in the tournament. However, the emotional boost Botafogo has received from their recent victories, the Copa Libertadores title, and being so close to securing the Brasileirão will help them achieve another win. Go for a 1-2.
Go for a win for Botafogo. If you bet $100 at 2.51, you will gain $151 for a total payout of $251.
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