Botafogo Vs Fortaleza
Brazil, Brasileirão Série A, Round 38
Botafogo
Botafogo
Final
4
-
2
12/7
Fortaleza
Fortaleza

Game Events

All
Top
Commentary
End of 90 Minutes
4 - 2
Mateo Ponte
Mateo Ponte
Kauan Toledo
Field Goal
90' + 5
Fernando Marçal
Fernando Marçal
Santiago Rodríguez
Field Goal
84'
56'
Penalty
Adam Bareiro
Adam Bareiro
Arthur Cabral
Arthur Cabral
Vitinho
Field Goal
48'
Halftime
1 - 1
Álvaro Montoro
Álvaro Montoro
Field Goal
45' + 5
17'
Field Goal
Breno Lopes
Adam Bareiro
Breno Lopes
Commentary
+7'
90
End of 90 Minutes 4-2
+6'
90
Offside, Fortaleza. Deyverson is caught offside.
+5'
90
Goal 4-2
Botafogo
Mateo Ponte
Mateo Ponte
Goal! Botafogo 4, Fortaleza 2. Mateo Ponte (Botafogo) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the top right corner. Assisted by Kauan Toledo with a cross following a fast break.

Key Players

Attacker
Midfielder
Defender
Arthur Cabral
0.47
Expected Goals
1
Shots On Target
90
Min

Stats

72%
Possession
28%
1.72
Expected Goals
1.03
15
Total Shots
8
6
Shots On Target
4

Actual Play Time

Actual 53:52
Total 103:34

Shot Map

Breno Lopes
Breno Lopes
Goal
17'
Assisted
Situation
Right Foot
Shot Type
0.09
xG
0.42
xGOT

Game Info

Paulo Cesar Zanovelli da Silva
Referee
Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos

Current Standings

PTSPW+/-GoalDLForm
6
Botafogo
Botafogo
Libertadores Qual
6338172058:38129
D
L
L
L
D
18
Fortaleza
Fortaleza
Relegated
433811-1543:581017
L
W
W
W
W

Predictions

About Botafogo Vs Fortaleza

The game between Botafogo and Fortaleza in the Regular Season of Brasileirão Série A, held on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos, ended with a score of Botafogo 4 - 2 Fortaleza.

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Predictions for Botafogo vs. Fortaleza

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  • Over 1.5 goals
  • Asian Handicap
  • Botafogo to win
  • Both teams to score
  • Fortaleza to win, and more.
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Stats for Botafogo vs. Fortaleza

The game between Botafogo and Fortaleza ended with a score of Botafogo 4 - 2 Fortaleza. On 365Scores, you can check all the head-to-head results between these teams. Explore the stats for Botafogo and Fortaleza, including ball possession, goal kicks, yellow and red cards, and much more!

Possession
72% - 28%
Expected Goals
1.72 - 1.03
Total Shots
15 - 8
Shots On Target
6 - 4
Big Chances Created
3 - 1
Corners
2 - 2
Offsides
0 - 3
Passes Completed
566 - 184
Shots Off Target
6 - 3
Shots Blocked
3 - 1
Hit Woodwork
1 - 0
Expected Goals On Target
3.71 - 1.61
Free Kicks
10 - 9
Shots Inside The Box
9 - 5
Total Passes
633 - 248
Shots Outside The Box
6 - 3
Expected Assists
1.58 - 0.22
Crosses Completed
12/26 (46%) - 4/13 (31%)
Passes Own Half
249 - 88
Passes Opposition Half
410 - 173
Long Passes Completed
28/44 (64%) - 21/53 (40%)
Throw-Ins
14 - 10
Key Passes
13 - 7
Passes Into Final Third
140 - 50
Backward Passes
91 - 37
Goal Kicks
4 - 13
Interceptions
3 - 11
Expected Goals Conceded
1.03 - 1.72
Goalkeeper Saves
2 - 2
Tackles Won
6/9 (67%) - 6/8 (75%)
Clearances
11 - 17
Duels Won
43 - 41
Aerial Duels Won
17/36 (47%) - 19/36 (53%)
Ground Duels Won
26/48 (54%) - 22/48 (46%)
Was Fouled
10 - 9
Successful Dribbles
7/9 (78%) - 5/8 (62%)
Was Dribbled Past
2 - 3
Possession Lost
101 - 99
Fouls
11 - 10
Yellow Cards
1 - 4

Lineups for Botafogo vs. Fortaleza

The lineups for Botafogo and Fortaleza were picked with winning in mind for this crucial game. Fans closely watched the starting lineups and any absences for this key matchup. The choice of starters and substitutes was a big part of each team’s preparation. Both Botafogo and Fortaleza made tactical changes to get the best performance on the field.

Home Team: BotafogoCoach: Davide Ancelotti.
Goalkeeper: Raul.
Defenders: Alex Telles, Fernando Marçal, Gabriel Bahia, Vitinho.
Midfielders: Marlon Freitas, Allan, Jordan Barrera, Álvaro Montoro.
Attackers: Artur, Arthur Cabral.
Subs: Mateo Ponte, Cuiabano, Newton, Santiago Rodríguez, Kauan Toledo, Rhyan, Alexander Barboza, Marquinhos, Cauã Zappelini, Jeffinho, Kadir Barría, Chris Ramos.

Missing Players: David Ricardo, Danilo Santos, Matheus Martins, Jefferson Savarino, Joaquin Correa, Leo Linck, Kaio Pantaleão, Neto, Bastos.

Away Team: FortalezaCoach: Martin Palermo.
Goalkeeper: Brenno.
Defenders: Diogo Barbosa, Gastón Ávila, Lucas Gazal, Eros Mancuso.
Midfielders: Tomas Pochettino, Lucas Sasha, Pierre.
Attackers: Yago Pikachu, Breno Lopes, Adam Bareiro.
Subs: Weverson, Rodrigo Santos, Matheus Rossetto, Lucas Crispim, Deyverson, Vinicius Silvestre, Benjamin Kuscevic, Tinga, Matheus Pereira, Allanzinho, Moises, Juan Martín Lucero.

Missing Players: José Herrera, João Ricardo, Helton Leite, Emanuel Brítez, Lucca Prior, Bruno Pacheco, Marinho.

Event Details:

Name: Botafogo vs. Fortaleza
Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
Time: 19:00

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