Independiente Petroleros vs Botafogo RJ predictions, May 20, 2026

May 14, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Copa Sudamericana, on Wednesday,

Ind Petroleros

Botafogo

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As Independiente Petroleros prepares to host Botafogo RJ in the Copa Sudamericana on May 20, 2026, the matchup promises to be competitive yet challenging for the home side. Independiente Petroleros has struggled recently, securing only one victory in their last five outings, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in their form. Conversely, Botafogo RJ has shown a slightly better trajectory, winning two of their last five matches, which may boost their confidence as they approach this crucial fixture.

Tactically, Independiente Petroleros will need to capitalize on their home advantage, focusing on maintaining possession and creating goal-scoring opportunities. However, they have faced difficulties in both defense and offense lately, which could play into the hands of Botafogo RJ’s organized attack.

Botafogo RJ arrives with a strong away record backed by solid recent performances, making them the favorites in this encounter, as indicated by bookmakers, with odds of 1.47 for an away win compared to 5.83 for Independiente Petroleros at home. Model predictions lean heavily towards an away victory (66.1% probability), yet anything can happen in tournament play. Both teams will aim for a strategic advantage in what promises to be a gripping clash.

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Ind Petroleros
15.8%		 Draw
20%		 Botafogo
64.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2

Outrights of Copa Sudamericana Botafogo RJ: 10.08%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 5.57 4.8 1.46
betsson 5.9 4.45 1.46
MarathonBet 6.38 4.7 1.42 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 6 4.4 1.44
Pinnacle 5.72 4.99 1.46

Latest Results

13.05.26 Independiente Petroleros – Blooming Santa Cruz – 3:1
10.05.26 Independiente Petroleros – Club Always Ready – 0:0
05.05.26 Independiente Petroleros – Caracas FC – 2:3
01.05.26 San Antonio Bulo Bulo – Independiente Petroleros – 2:2
28.04.26 Botafogo RJ – Independiente Petroleros – 3:0		 10.05.26 Atlético Mineiro – Botafogo RJ – 1:1
06.05.26 Botafogo RJ – Racing Club de Avellaneda – 2:1
02.05.26 Botafogo RJ – Clube Do Remo – 1:2
28.04.26 Botafogo RJ – Independiente Petroleros – 3:0
25.04.26 Botafogo RJ – Internacional RS – 2:2

Facts

  • Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.
  • Ind Petroleros may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Botafogo has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Botafogo is the obvious favorite.
  • In the last 1 head-to-head match, Ind Petroleros won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 0:3.

    Latest Head To Head

    28.04.26 Botafogo RJ – Independiente Petroleros – 3:0

    Standings

    Group Stage

    Group A

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Macara 4 2 2 0 6:3 3 8
    2 America De Cali 4 2 1 1 5:4 1 7
    3 Tigre 4 1 2 1 5:4 1 5
    4 Alianza Atl 4 0 1 3 2:7 -5 1

    Group B

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Cienciano 4 2 1 1 4:4 0 7
    2 Puerto Cabello 4 2 0 2 5:7 -2 6
    3 Juventud 4 1 2 1 8:5 3 5
    4 Atletico-MG 4 1 1 2 5:6 -1 4

    Group C

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Sao Paulo 4 2 2 0 3:0 3 8
    2 O’Higgins 4 2 1 1 4:2 2 7
    3 Millonarios 4 2 1 1 5:4 1 7
    4 Boston River 4 0 0 4 2:8 -6 0

    Group D

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 San Lorenzo 4 1 3 0 4:2 2 6
    2 Dep. Cuenca 4 1 2 1 1:2 -1 5
    3 Recoleta 4 0 4 0 3:3 0 4
    4 Santos 4 0 3 1 3:4 -1 3

    Group E

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Botafogo RJ 4 3 1 0 9:4 5 10
    2 Caracas 4 2 2 0 6:4 2 8
    3 Racing Club 4 1 1 2 7:7 0 4
    4 Independiente 4 0 0 4 3:10 -7 0

    Group F

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Montevideo City 4 3 0 1 5:2 3 9
    2 Gremio 4 2 1 1 4:1 3 7
    3 Dep. Riestra 4 1 1 2 2:5 -3 4
    4 Palestino 4 0 2 2 0:3 -3 2

    Group G

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Vasco 4 2 1 1 6:3 3 7
    2 Olimpia Asuncion 4 2 1 1 4:4 0 7
    3 A. Italiano 4 1 1 2 4:6 -2 4
    4 Barracas Central 4 0 3 1 2:3 -1 3

    Group H

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 River Plate 4 3 1 0 5:2 3 10
    2 Carabobo 4 2 0 2 4:3 1 6
    3 Bragantino 4 2 0 2 9:4 5 6
    4 Blooming 4 0 1 3 3:12 -9 1

    Copa Sudamericana Outrights

    1. River Plate: 6.5 (10.08%)

    2. Botafogo RJ: 6.5 (10.08%)

    3. Sao Paulo: 7 (9.36%)

    4. Atletico-MG: 8 (8.19%)

    5. Gremio: 8 (8.19%)

    6. Racing Club: 9 (7.28%)

    7. Racing Montevideo: 9.5 (6.89%)

    8. Vasco: 13 (5.04%)

    9. America De Cali: 15 (4.37%)

    10. Bragantino: 21 (3.12%)

    11. Santos: 21 (3.12%)

    12. Olimpia Asuncion: 23 (2.85%)

    13. Olimpia: 23 (2.85%)

    14. Tigre: 34 (1.93%)

    15. San Lorenzo: 34 (1.93%)

    16. Montevideo City: 34 (1.93%)

    17. Millonarios: 34 (1.93%)

    18. Cienciano: 50.2 (1.3%)

    19. O Higgins: 50.25 (1.3%)

    20. Caracas: 65.4 (1%)

    21. A. Italiano: 65.4 (1%)

    22. Macara: 65.4 (1%)

    23. Juventud: 65.5 (1%)

    24. Deportivo Riestra: 100.2 (0.65%)

    25. Barracas Central: 100.2 (0.65%)

    26. Dep. Cuenca: 100.2 (0.65%)

    27. Carabobo: 100.25 (0.65%)

    28. Recoleta: 110.2 (0.59%)

    29. Palestino: 180.2 (0.36%)

    30. Academia Puerto Cabello: 180.2 (0.36%)

    31. Blooming: 180.2 (0.36%)

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