‘The much-anticipated match between Botafogo and Santos is set for Sunday, October 26, at 16:00 (Argentina time). This meeting is for Matchday 30 of the prestigious Brasileirao tournament.
Team Form: How Botafogo and Santos Are Arriving
Botafogo enters this clash with renewed enthusiasm after securing a victory in their previous encounter. In contrast, Santos is eager to bounce back from a setback in their last match.
Recent Performances of Botafogo
Botafogo enjoyed a convincing 2-0 victory over Ceará in their last outing, positioning them for another potential win as they aim to gather valuable points to climb the standings. However, their defense has been slightly shaky recently, having conceded 8 goals while scoring only 4 in their last matches.
Recent Performances of Santos
Santos, on the other hand, comes off a disappointing defeat, losing 1-0 to Vitória. Their last five games depict a mixed bag with 1 win, 2 draws, and 1 loss. They have found the net 6 times while letting in 8 goals, showcasing struggles in both attack and defense.
Historical Context and Previous Encounters
In their most recent five encounters, the home side has secured 2 wins, while the visitors achieved 1 victory, and there have been 2 draws between the two sides. Their last meeting took place on June 1, during the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro, where Botafogo emerged victorious with a score of 1-0.
As it stands, Botafogo is positioned 6th with 46 points (13 Wins, 7 Draws, 9 Losses), while Santos is struggling at 16th place with 31 points (8 Wins, 7 Draws, 13 Losses).
Upcoming Fixtures
Upcoming fixtures for Botafogo:
- Matchday 31: vs Mirassol – November 1, 18:00 (Argentina time)
- Matchday 32: vs Vasco da Gama – November 5, 19:30 (Argentina time)
Upcoming fixtures for Santos:
- Matchday 31: vs Fortaleza – November 1, 16:00 (Argentina time)
- Matchday 32: vs Palmeiras – November 6, 21:30 (Argentina time)
Kick-off Times in Various Time Zones
- Argentina and Chile (Santiago): 16:00
- Colombia and Peru: 14:00
- Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico, and Nicaragua: 13:00
- Venezuela: 15:00’