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The game between Vasco da Gama and Botafogo in the Group Stage of Carioca, held on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Estádio São Januário, ended with a score of Vasco da Gama 2 - 0 Botafogo.

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Predictions for Vasco da Gama vs. Botafogo

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• Over 1.5 goals
• Asian Handicap
• Vasco da Gama to win
• Both teams to score
• Botafogo to win, and more.

Odds for Vasco da Gama vs. Botafogo

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Stats for Vasco da Gama vs. Botafogo

The game between Vasco da Gama and Botafogo ended with a score of Vasco da Gama 2 - 0 Botafogo. On 365Scores, you can check all the head-to-head results between these teams. Explore the stats for Vasco da Gama and Botafogo, including ball possession, goal kicks, yellow and red cards, and much more!

Possession
66% - 34%Total Shots
14 - 5Shots On Target
4 - 2Big Chances Created
3 - 0Corners
8 - 2Offsides
0 - 1Passes Completed
247 - 86Red Cards
0 - 2Attacks
60 - 48Shots Off Target
3 - 2Shots Blocked
7 - 1Hit Woodwork
0 - 0Free Kicks
15 - 18Shots Inside The Box
10 - 4Total Passes
338 - 180Shots Outside The Box
4 - 1Big Chances Missed
1 - 0Crosses Completed
4/27 (15%) - 2/13 (15%)Passes Own Half
117 - 63Passes Opposition Half
248 - 130Long Passes Completed
17/55 (31%) - 14/64 (22%)Throw-Ins
32 - 35Key Passes
6 - 2Passes Into Final Third
68 - 21Backward Passes
32 - 21Goal Kicks
2 - 8Interceptions
3 - 6Goalkeeper Saves
2 - 2Tackles Won
7/13 (54%) - 18/19 (95%)Clearances
38 - 46Error Led To Goal
0 - 1Duels Won
55 - 57Aerial Duels Won
23/36 (64%) - 13/36 (36%)Ground Duels Won
32/76 (42%) - 44/76 (58%)Was Fouled
15 - 18Successful Dribbles
5/17 (29%) - 7/14 (50%)Was Dribbled Past
12 - 7Final Third Possession Won
7 - 3Possession Lost
168 - 163Fouls
19 - 15Yellow Cards
1 - 1

Lineups for Vasco da Gama vs. Botafogo

The lineups for Vasco da Gama and Botafogo 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 Vasco da Gama and Botafogo made tactical changes to get the best performance on the field.

Home Team: Vasco da GamaCoach: Fernando Diniz.
Goalkeeper: Léo Jardim.
Defenders: Lucas Piton, Robert Renan, Alan Saldivia, Puma Rodriguez.
Midfielders: Thiago Mendes, Cauan Barros, Philippe Coutinho.
Attackers: Nuno Moreira, Andrés Gómez, Brenner Marlos.
Subs: Paulo Henrique, Tchê Tchê, Johan Rojas, Marino Hinestroza, GB, Daniel Fuzato, Walace Falcão, Hugo Moura, João Vitor, JP Murilo, Matheus França, David.

Missing Players: Lucas Freitas, Jair, Mateus Carvalho.

Away Team: BotafogoCoach: Martin Anselmi.
Goalkeeper: Leo Linck.
Defenders: Alexander Barboza, Bastos, Gabriel Justino, Gabriel Abdias, Marquinhos, Kadu Santos.
Midfielders: Jordan Barrera.
Attackers: Nathan Fernandes, Matheus Martins, Kadir Barría.
Subs: Arthur Novaes, Bernardo Valim, Caio Valle, Kauan Toledo, Arthur Izaque, Raul, Kauã Branco, Vitinho, Alex Telles, Newton, Allan, Álvaro Montoro.

Missing Players: Santiago Rodríguez, Joaquin Correa, Chris Ramos, Fernando Marçal, Kaio Pantaleão.

Event Details:

Name: Vasco da Gama vs. Botafogo
Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026
Location: Estádio São Januário
Capacity: 21880