Copa Sudamericana · Matchday
2026-05-27 22:00:00 · 06:00 · Estadio Olímpico de la UCV
Prediction Result
AI Predicted: 0-1|Actual: 1-3
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| Bookmaker | Home | Draw | Away | EV Home | EV Draw | EV Away |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bet365VALUE | 3.75 | 3.30 | 2.05 | +1.3% | -9.3% | -6.7% |
| Pinnacle | 3.54 | 3.43 | 2.05 | -4.4% | -5.7% | -6.7% |
| 1xbetVALUE | 3.96 | 3.32 | 2.00 | +6.9% | -8.7% | -9.0% |
| WilliamHill | 3.40 | 3.20 | 2.05 | -8.2% | -12.0% | -6.7% |
| Betfair | 3.40 | 3.20 | 2.00 | -8.2% | -12.0% | -9.0% |
| bwin | 3.40 | 3.25 | 2.10 | -8.2% | -10.6% | -4.4% |
| UnibetVALUE | 3.80 | 3.25 | 2.02 | +2.6% | -10.6% | -8.1% |
| Ladbrokes | 3.25 | 3.10 | 2.05 | -12.2% | -14.7% | -6.7% |
| 10BetVALUE | 3.80 | 3.30 | 1.98 | +2.6% | -9.3% | -9.9% |
| Sbo | 3.08 | 2.91 | 2.16 | -16.8% | -20.0% | -1.7% |
| Dafabet | 3.60 | 3.25 | 2.15 | -2.8% | -10.6% | -2.2% |
| Interwetten | 3.50 | 3.05 | 2.15 | -5.5% | -16.1% | -2.2% |
| MansionBetVALUE | 3.20 | 3.15 | 2.21 | -13.6% | -13.4% | +0.6% |
| Marathonbet | 3.46 | 3.36 | 2.03 | -6.6% | -7.6% | -7.6% |
| BetVictor | 3.50 | 3.30 | 2.10 | -5.5% | -9.3% | -4.4% |
| 888Sport | 3.40 | 3.20 | 2.05 | -8.2% | -12.0% | -6.7% |
| Cashpoint | 3.51 | 3.25 | 2.05 | -5.2% | -10.6% | -6.7% |
| Coral | 3.25 | 3.10 | 2.05 | -12.2% | -14.7% | -6.7% |
| Macauslot | 3.10 | 3.10 | 2.08 | -16.3% | -14.7% | -5.4% |
| MelBet | 3.58 | 3.44 | 2.07 | -3.3% | -5.4% | -5.8% |
| CloudBet | 3.50 | 3.35 | 2.02 | -5.5% | -7.9% | -8.1% |
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Match Report
Caracas 1–3 Botafogo | Copa Sudamericana | May 27, 2026
Result Summary
Botafogo delivered a commanding Copa Sudamericana performance in Caracas, defeating the Venezuelan hosts 3–1 to secure a significant away result. Despite an early own-goal setback, the Brazilian side responded with clinical efficiency, with Joaquín Correa pulling the strings as the chief architect of a thoroughly professional victory.
Match Analysis
The opening exchanges were reasonably competitive, with Caracas showing enough intent to trouble the visitors. However, the pivotal moment arrived in the 36th minute when Christopher Ramos de la Flor turned the ball into his own net, handing Botafogo an unfortunate advantage. The own goal clearly unsettled Caracas's structure going into the break, though coach Henry Meléndez responded by introducing Mauricio Márquez and making a second change at the interval.
Botafogo's coaching staff, led by Franclim Carvalho, made bold use of the substitution window at half-time as well, withdrawing Wallace Davi — who had already been booked in the 45th minute — and Vitinho, sending on Cristian Medina and Carlos Eduardo da Silva Santos to inject fresh energy.
The second half was where Botafogo truly stamped their authority. Christopher Ramos de la Flor went some way toward atoning for his earlier misfortune by converting at the right end in the 61st minute, assisted by Joaquín Correa, to put the visitors firmly in control. The statistics underline Botafogo's dominance: 54% possession, 103 attacks compared to Caracas's 78, and 9 key passes versus the hosts' 7.
The third goal arrived in the 72nd minute, moments after substitute Kauan Almeida Toledo entered the pitch — he wasted no time making an impact, finishing with a left-foot shot assisted again by Joaquín Correa. That double assist highlighted Correa as the standout creative force on the night. Caracas's evening was further dampened by yellow cards to Eduardo Fereira Peñaranda (68') and Luis Del Pino Mago (87'), reflecting the frustration within the home ranks.
Joaquín Correa then completed the scoring in 90+2', converting a right-foot shot with assistance from Kauan Toledo, rounding off an impressive evening with both a brace of assists and a goal of his own.
Prediction Review
Our pre-match forecast called for a Botafogo win (45.5% probability) with a predicted scoreline of 0–1. The direction of the result was correct — earning a successful prediction outcome — though the margin proved significantly more emphatic than anticipated. The 60/100 confidence rating reflected genuine uncertainty about Botafogo's ability to impose themselves on the road, but Carvalho's side exceeded expectations with a convincing three-goal winning margin. The own-goal element introduced an unpredictable dynamic that our model could not account for, but Botafogo's quality ultimately shone through across all key metrics.
Key Takeaways
- Joaquín Correa was decisive: two assists and a goal make him the undisputed player of the match.
- Botafogo's bench made the difference: substitutes Kauan Toledo and Medina shifted the game's momentum irreversibly in the second half.
- Caracas lacked cutting edge: despite 8 corners and 11 total shots, only 2 were on target — a conversion problem that ultimately proved costly.
- Botafogo advance from Caracas with a result that sends a strong statement of intent in the Copa Sudamericana.
Caracas vs Botafogo Head-to-Head
Last 2 meetings between Caracas and Botafogo: Caracas 0W · 1D · Botafogo 1W.
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Caracas vs Botafogo — Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Caracas vs Botafogo?
PredictNext's AI model favours Botafogo with a 45% win probability — Caracas 27%, draw 28%, Botafogo 45%.
What is the predicted score for Caracas vs Botafogo?
The AI forecasts a 0-1 scoreline for Caracas vs Botafogo, generated with 60% model confidence.
Will Caracas vs Botafogo have over 2.5 goals?
The model gives 44% for over 2.5 goals and 56% for under 2.5 goals in Caracas vs Botafogo.
How accurate was the Caracas vs Botafogo prediction?
PredictNext's AI predicted 0-1; the match finished 1-3. The winner call was correct.