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Palmeiras chases leaders, Botafogo fights relegation
18 Mar
Summary
- Palmeiras is second with 13 points, aiming to pressure the league leader.
- Botafogo is in the relegation zone with three points after three losses.
- Botafogo has played two fewer games due to Libertadores commitments.
The Brasileirão 2026 season sees a dramatic divergence in fortunes for Palmeiras and Botafogo. Once fierce title contenders, the two clubs now find themselves on opposite ends of the league table. Palmeiras, occupying the runner-up position with 13 points, is preparing to face Botafogo at Allianz Parque on Wednesday, March 18th. A victory would allow Palmeiras to apply pressure on the current league leaders, São Paulo, who have accumulated 16 points.
In stark contrast, Botafogo, known as Glorioso, is currently battling in the Z-4, occupying 17th place with just three points. This precarious position follows a string of three consecutive defeats in the competition. However, Botafogo does have two games in hand compared to most other teams, owing to their participation in the Copa Libertadores. This difference in fixtures could play a crucial role as the season progresses.
