Botafogo vs Pachuca Prediction and Betting Tips | 11th December 2024

Botafogo will face off against Pachuca at Stadium 974 in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup on Wednesday. The derby of the Americas is happening in the second round of the competition.

Botafogo vs Pachuca Preview

Both teams are set to make their bow in the inaugural edition of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup, which kicked off in September. Botafogo qualified to participate after winning the Copa Libertadores against fellow Brazilian side Atlético Mineiro last month. This competition is reserved for the continental champions in each FIFA confederation.

Fogo wrapped up an incredible season a few days ago, winning the Brazilian Serie A for the first time, on top of the Copa Libertadores. The Brazilians will hope to extend their brilliant form to the FIFA Intercontinental Cup. However, they boast little experience in continental competitions, unlike most of the other participants.

Pachuca had an underwhelming season, finishing 16th out of 18 teams in the Mexican top-flight Torneo Apertura. They failed to qualify for the Apertura final phase, but saved their season by winning the 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup – their sixth title. This earned them qualification for the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

Tuzos will head to Doha on the back of an unimpressive streak, winning once in their last eight matches and losing six times. Despite their rich experience in continental competitions, Pachuca will need to show some improvement to be able to succeed. The winner of Wednesday’s game will face Al Ahly in the playoff.

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Botafogo vs Pachuca Head-to-Head and Key Numbers

• Botafogo have suffered only one defeat in their last 23 matches in all competitions.
• Botafogo have won six times and drawn thrice in their last 10 matches in all competitions.
• Botafogo have scored 10 goals and conceded four in their last five matches.
• Pachuca have won once, drawn twice and lost six times in their last 10 matches.
• Botafogo have won four times and drawn once in their last five matches while Pachuca have won once, drawn once and lost thrice. Form Guide: Botafogo – W-W-W-W-D, Pachuca – L-L-W-L-D.

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Botafogo vs Pachuca Prediction

Botafogo are fresh from multiple victories and seem to have the momentum and blistering form to confront any future challenge.

Pachuca are not in great shape but they will be counting on their vast exposure in international competitions to survive this stage.

Botafogo are the favorites based on form and individualities.

Prediction: Botafogo 2-1 Pachuca

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Botafogo vs Pachuca Betting Tips

Tip 1: Result – Botafogo to win

Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes

Tip 3: Botafogo to score first – Yes

Tip 4: Pachuca to score - Yes