Botafogo x Carabobo: Where to Watch, Lineups & Arbitration
- Rio de Janeiro - Following a disappointing loss to Universidad de Chile last week, Botafogo will face Carabobo F.C.
- Carabobo, considered the underdog in Group A, lost their opening match to Estudiantes.
- Botafogo coach Renato Paiva will have to adjust his lineup due to the suspension of Igor Jesus.
Botafogo Seeks First Libertadores Win Against Carabobo
Table of Contents
- Botafogo Seeks First Libertadores Win Against Carabobo
- Botafogo vs. Carabobo: Everything you Need to No
- What’s the buzz about the botafogo vs. Carabobo match?
- When and where is the match taking place?
- What are the stakes for Botafogo?
- Who is Carabobo F.C.?
- What are the key team updates before the match?
- what are the projected lineups for the match?
- Where can I buy tickets and how much do they cost?
Rio de Janeiro – Following a disappointing loss to Universidad de Chile last week, Botafogo will face Carabobo F.C. today, April 8, 2025, at Nilton Santos Stadium, seeking their first victory in the Copa Libertadores 2025 tournament. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.local time.
Carabobo, considered the underdog in Group A, lost their opening match to Estudiantes. Botafogo is expected to capitalize on this and secure a win on their home turf.
Botafogo coach Renato Paiva will have to adjust his lineup due to the suspension of Igor Jesus. It is anticipated that Mastriani will take his place. Paiva is also considering altering the midfield, potentially replacing Patrick de Paula with Santi Rodríguez.
Botafogo Player Absences
Several players will be unavailable for Botafogo due to various reasons:
- Bastly: Knee injury
- marçal: Fitness concerns
- Danilo Barbosa: Pubalgia
- Nathan Fernandes: Muscle injury
- Igor jesus: Suspension
Scouting the Opposition
Carabobo,the Venezuelan league’s runner-up in 2024,is participating in the group stage of the Copa Libertadores for the first time. They currently lead the Futve League with 21 points from 10 matches and are on a five-game unbeaten streak.
Despite their domestic success, Carabobo suffered a 2-0 defeat to Estudiantes in their Libertadores debut. Adding to their woes, tortolero, their forward, was expelled during that match and will be unavailable for the game against Botafogo.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available for purchase online. Prices are as follows:
- Lower East: R$ 200 (R$ 100 half-price)
- Upper East: R$ 90 (R$ 45 half-price)
- Lower West: R$ 200 (R$ 100 half-price)
- West B: R$ 100 (R$ 50 half-price)
- North: R$ 60 (R$ 30 half-price)
Tickets can be purchased at botafogo.com.br/ingresso.
How to Watch
The match will be broadcast exclusively on Paramount+ with commentary by Marcelo Hazan and Marília Ruiz.A seven-day free trial is available through Amazon Prime Video.
Match Officials
- Referee: guillermo Guerrero (ECU)
- Assistant Referee 1: Cristian Lescano (ECU)
- Assistant Referee 2: Dennys Guerrero (ECU)
- Fourth Official: Juan Andrade (ECU)
- VAR: franklin Congo (ECU)
- AVAR: Susana Corella (ECU)
Projected Lineups
Botafogo: John; Vitinho (Mateo Ponte), jair, Alexander Barboza, Alex Telles; Gregore, Marlon Freitas, Savarino; Artur, Mastriani, Santi Rodríguez (Patrick de Paula). Coach: Renato Paiva.
Carabobo: Bruera; Bonilla, Neira, Norman Rodríguez, juan Pérez; Matías Núñez, Gustavo González, Carlos Ramos; Berrios, Londoño, Cañozales. Coach: Diego Merino.
Match Details
Stadium: Nilton santos Stadium
Date: April 8, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. local time
Referee: Guillermo Guerrero (ECU)
Botafogo vs. Carabobo: Everything you Need to No
Are you ready for an exciting Copa Libertadores match? here’s a breakdown of the upcoming clash between Botafogo adn Carabobo.
What’s the buzz about the botafogo vs. Carabobo match?
Botafogo will face Carabobo F.C. on April 8, 2025, at Nilton Santos Stadium. This match is significant because Botafogo is aiming for its first victory in the Copa Libertadores 2025 tournament after a loss to Universidad de Chile.
When and where is the match taking place?
Date: April 8, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.local time
stadium: Nilton Santos Stadium,Rio de Janeiro
What are the stakes for Botafogo?
Botafogo is seeking its first win in the Copa Libertadores 2025 after a disappointing loss to Universidad de Chile. They are playing at home and are expected to capitalize on Carabobo being considered the underdog in Group A.
Who is Carabobo F.C.?
Carabobo F.C. is the runner-up from the Venezuelan league in 2024. This is their first time participating in the group stage of the Copa Libertadores. They lead the Futve League currently, but lost their first Libertadores match against Estudiantes.
What are the key team updates before the match?
Botafogo:
Player Absences: Several players will be unavailable due to injuries or a suspension. Specifically:
Bastly – Knee injury
Marçal – Fitness concerns
Danilo Barbosa – Pubalgia
Nathan Fernandes – Muscle injury
Igor Jesus – Suspension
Possible Lineup Changes: Coach Renato Paiva will need to adjust the lineup due to the suspension of Igor Jesus. Mastriani is expected to replace him.There’s also a possibility of Santi Rodríguez starting in midfield.
Carabobo:
Key Absence: Their forward, tortolero, was expelled in their previous Libertadores match and is unavailable for this game.
what are the projected lineups for the match?
Here are the projected lineups, according to the source material, for the Botafogo vs. Carabobo match:
Botafogo: John; Vitinho (Mateo Ponte), Jair, Alexander Barboza, Alex Telles; Gregore, Marlon Freitas, Savarino; Artur, Mastriani, Santi Rodríguez (Patrick de Paula). Coach: Renato Paiva.
* Carabobo: Bruera; Bonilla, Neira, Norman Rodríguez, Juan Pérez; Matías Núñez, Gustavo González, Carlos Ramos; Berrios, Londoño, Cañozales. Coach: Diego Merino.
Where can I buy tickets and how much do they cost?
Tickets are available for purchase online. Here’s a breakdown of the prices:
| Ticket Type | Price (R$) | Half-Price (R$) |
|:————-|:———–:|:—————:|
| Lower East | 200 | 100 |
| Upper East