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Flamengo vs Botafogo match
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The gist
Flamengo host Botafogo at Maracanã on Aug 30, 2026, in a Serie A derby. Flamengo chase leaders Palmeiras, while Botafogo seek to escape mid-table.
Background
This is a Rio derby in the 25th round of the Brazilian Serie A. Flamengo are second, six points behind leaders Palmeiras, and have a game in hand. Botafogo are mid-table, six points above the relegation zone. Flamengo have dominated recent meetings, winning four of the last five, including a 3-0 win in March 2026.
How it unfolded
- Oct 15, 2025Flamengo won 3-0 at Botafogo in Serie A.
- Feb 15, 2026Flamengo won 2-1 away in the Carioca Taça Guanabara.
- Mar 14, 2026Flamengo beat Botafogo 3-0 in Serie A at Nilton Santos.
- Aug 30, 2026Flamengo host Botafogo at Maracanã in round 25, kick-off 16:00 Brasília time.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Flamengo are clear favorites with home advantage and strong historical form against Botafogo.
- Caution
- Botafogo are without a win in two away games and have lost three of their last four matches.