The match corresponding to Round 3 of the Brasileirao takes place today at 19:30 (Argentina time) in the iconic Maracanã Stadium.
How Fluminense and Botafogo Arrive
Both teams are entering this match with a pressing need to secure a win. The visiting Botafogo suffered a defeat in their last outing, while Fluminense comes off a draw at Arena Fonte Nova.
Recent Results for Fluminense in the Brasileirao
In their previous match, Fluminense managed to earn just one point against Bahia, finishing with a 1-1 scoreline.
Recent Results for Botafogo in the Brasileirao
Botafogo faced a tough loss at home against Grêmio, failing to contain their rivals in a high-scoring game that ended 3-5.
In their last five encounters in the league, there have been no draws. The home team has secured 1 victory, whereas the visitors boast 4 wins. The last time these two met in this competition was on September 28, 2025, where Fluminense triumphed with a 2-0 win.
Currently, Fluminense sits in seventh place with 4 points, having recorded 1 win and 1 draw, while Botafogo finds itself in tenth position with 3 points from 1 win and 1 loss.
The match will be officiated by referee Rafael Rodrigo Klein.
Upcoming Fixtures for Fluminense in the Brasileirao
Round 4: vs Palmeiras on February 25 – 21:30 (Argentina time)
Round 5: vs Remo on March 12 – 19:00 (Argentina time)
Round 6: vs Athletico Paranaense on March 15 – 16:00 (Argentina time)
Round 7: vs Vasco da Gama on March 18 – 21:30 (Argentina time)
Round 8: vs Atlético Mineiro on March 21 – 18:30 (Argentina time)
Upcoming Fixtures for Botafogo in the Brasileirao
Round 4: vs Vitória – Date and time to be confirmed
Round 5: vs Athletico Paranaense on March 11 – 19:00 (Argentina time)
Round 6: vs Flamengo on March 14 – 20:30 (Argentina time)
Round 7: vs Palmeiras on March 18 – 19:00 (Argentina time)
Round 8: vs RB Bragantino on March 21 – 16:00 (Argentina time)
Kick-off Times for Fluminense vs Botafogo by Country
Argentina and Chile (Santiago): 19:30
Colombia and Peru: 17:30
Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico (Mexico) and Nicaragua: 16:30
Venezuela: 18:30