Botafogo vs Vasco da Gama Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Copa do Brasil 2025 quarter-final second leg

The previous leg proceedings between these sides ended in a 1-1 draw.

Botafogo are ready to lock horns with Vasco da Gama in the second leg clash of the 2025 Copa do Brasil quarterfinal. This is going to be an intense game, which will take place at Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos.

Botafogo FR will be at home, and they will be gunning for a win here. They took an early lead in the first leg, but soon conceded a goal, ending the fixture on level terms. The upcoming game will be a home game for them, and they can use it to their advantage.

Vasco da Gama will be looking to put up a strong fight here. They do not have the best record against the hosts, but will look to secure a positive outcome this time around. It is not going to be an easy task for them, and they might be looking to come up with a different strategy.

Kick-off:

• Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Stadium: Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
• Date: Friday, September 12
• Kick-off Time: 06:00 a.m. IST/ 12:30 a.m. GMT (Thursday, September 11; 08:30 p.m. ET/ 05:30 p.m. PT)
• Referee: Rodrigo José Pereira de Lima
• VAR: In use

Form:

Botafogo: L-L-W-D-W

Vasco da Gama: W-L-L-D-W

Players to Watch

Jefferson Savarino (Botafogo)

The 28-year-old forward from Venezuela is going to play an important role in the final third for the hosts. Jefferson Savarino scored one of the goals for Botafogo in their 4-1 win against Red Bull Bragantino.

It was a Brazilian Serie A contest, and Savarino performed well for his side. He will be looking to come up with a similar performance this time around.

Rayan Vitor (Vasco da Gama)

In seven Copa do Brasil appearances, Rayan Vitor has scored four goals for Vasco da Gama. He will be looking to step up once again, this time aiming to lead his side from the front into the semifinals of the Brazilian cup competition. The upcoming fixture is not going to be easy for the visitors, but Rayan might make a difference here.

Match Facts

• Botafogo have failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their last five matches.
• They have won two of their last three matches.
• The hosts are unbeaten in their last two matches against Vasco da Gama.

Botafogo vs Vasco da Gama: Betting Tips and Odds

• Vasco da Gama to win @22/5 Bet MGM
• Rayan Vitor to score @12/1 Ladbrokes
• Goals under 3.5 @2/7 bet365

Injury and Team News

Bastos, Cuiabano and Nathan Fernandes will not be in action for Botafogo as they are injured. Christopher Ramos might also sit out due to a lack of fitness.

Vasco da Gama will be without the services of Adson, Jair, Paulinho and Thiago Mendes as they are injured. Tche Tche and Paulo Henrique might also miss out due to fitness issues.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 73

Botafogo won: 27

Vasco da Gama won: 25

Draws: 21

Predicted Lineups

Botafogo predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Neto (GK); Vitinho, Kaio, Loiola, Telles; Newton, Danilo; Artur, Savarino, Jeffinho; Cabral

Vasco da Gama predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Jardim (GK); Luis Rodriguez, Moura, Freitas, Piton; Barros, Mendes; Rayan, Coutinho, Moreira; Vegetti

Match Prediction

The first leg between these clubs ended in a draw. However, the upcoming fixture is going to be much more intense. Vasco da Gama are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Botafogo in their upcoming Copa do Brasil quarterfinal.

Prediction: Botafogo 1-2 Vasco da Gama

Telecast Details

Brazil: SporTV, Premiere

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