Tonight, at 20:30 (Argentina time), Fortaleza will host Botafogo for the 19th round of the Brasileirao at the Castelão Stadium.
Recent Form of Fortaleza and Botafogo
Both teams are eager to improve upon their recent performances in the tournament. The visiting team, Botafogo, is looking to bounce back after their last defeat. Meanwhile, Fortaleza aims to build on their recent draw.
Fortaleza’s Last Results in the Brasileirao
Fortaleza managed to secure a draw, ending in 1-1 against Corinthians in their previous game. In the last four matches, they have recorded one victory, two draws, and one loss, scoring 6 goals while conceding 5.
Botafogo’s Last Results in the Brasileirao
Botafogo comes into this encounter following a disappointing 0-2 loss to Cruzeiro. Their recent form has been mixed, with one win and three draws, netting 2 goals but allowing 3 to slip through.
Historically, in their last five encounters, the visiting team has had the upper hand, winning three and drawing two. They last faced each other in the league on August 31, 2024, where Botafogo emerged victorious with a 2-0 scoreline.
In the current standings, Fortaleza occupies the 18th position with 15 points (3 wins, 6 draws, 8 losses), while Botafogo is in 7th place with a total of 26 points (7 wins, 5 draws, 4 losses).
The match will be officiated by referee Anderson Daronco.
Upcoming Matches for Fortaleza in the Brasileirao
Matchday 19: vs Botafogo on August 9 – 20:30 (Argentina time)
Matchday 20: vs Fluminense on August 16 – 16:00 (Argentina time)
Matchday 21: vs Mirassol on August 24 – 18:30 (Argentina time)
Matchday 22: vs Internacional on August 31 – 20:30 (Argentina time)
Matchday 23: vs Vitória – Date and time to be confirmed
Upcoming Matches for Botafogo in the Brasileirao
Matchday 19: vs Fortaleza on August 9 – 20:30 (Argentina time)
Matchday 20: vs Palmeiras on August 17 – 20:30 (Argentina time)
Matchday 21: vs Juventude on August 24 – 18:30 (Argentina time)
Matchday 22: vs RB Bragantino on August 30 – 18:30 (Argentina time)
Kickoff Times for Fortaleza and Botafogo by Country
Argentina: 20:30 hours
Colombia and Peru: 18:30 hours
Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico, and Nicaragua: 17:30 hours
Venezuela and Chile (Santiago): 19:30 hours