São Paulo vs. Botafogo: Preview, Where to Watch, Lineups and More
São Paulo faces Botafogo in a crucial Brasileirão match at the Morumbis on Sunday, September 14th, 2025, at 17:30 (GMT-3). This match marks the 23rd round of the competition, with São Paulo looking to continue their positive momentum and Botafogo aiming to bounce back from their recent Copa do Brasil elimination.
São Paulo's Current Form and Team News
São Paulo is in a good phase, having qualified for the quarterfinals of the Conmebol Libertadores and making progress in the Campeonato Brasileiro. Despite a previous loss to Cruzeiro, the team is currently seventh in the league with 32 points. Coach Hernán Crespo has received a boost with the return of key players from injury.
Arboleda and Marcos Antônio have resumed training and are expected to be available. Alisson and Wendell are also back in contention. While Oscar is nearing his return after recovering from a fractured vertebrae, he remains sidelined along with Lucas, who is still recovering from knee surgery. New signings Rigoni, Mailton, and Rafael Tolói are also available for selection.
"São Paulo is my home. Obviously, when I had the possibility of returning to the club, I didn't hesitate for a second," said Rigoni upon his return.
However, Crespo will be without Bobadilla and Luciano due to suspension.
Botafogo's Situation and Expected Lineup
After being eliminated from the Copa do Brasil by Vasco, Botafogo focuses solely on the Brasileirão. Under the guidance of coach Davide Ancelotti, Botafogo aims to continue their away form and secure another victory. They need a win to potentially enter the G-4, especially after Mirassol's victory over Grêmio.
Botafogo welcomes back Cuiabano, Danilo, and Álvaro Montoro. Vitinho and Savarino are also expected to start. However, Artur (muscle injury) and Arthur Cabral (bone edema) are unavailable, with Chris Ramos likely to lead the attack.
Key Absences for Botafogo
- Bastos (knee surgery)
- Artur (muscle injury)
- Nathan Fernandes (fractured forearm)
- Arthur Cabral (bone edema)
Suspension Risks for Botafogo
Mateo Ponte, Cuiabano, Newton, and Álvaro Montoro are one yellow card away from suspension and could miss the match against Mirassol.
Match Details and Broadcast Information
Due to the upcoming Libertadores match against LDU, São Paulo may rest some key players. Rafael Tolói and Rigoni are expected to debut. The match will be broadcasted on TV Globo, Premiere, and GE TV (YouTube).
Match Officials
- Referee: Wilton Pereira Sampaio (Fifa/GO)
- Assistant Referees: Bruno Raphael Pires (Fifa/GO) and Leone Carvalho Rocha (GO)
- VAR: Marco Aurelio Augusto Fazekas Ferreira (VAR-Fifa/MG)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stadium | Morumbis |
| Date/Time | 14/9/2025 – 17h30 (GMT-3) |
| Referee | Wilton Pereira Sampaio (Fifa/GO) |
| Broadcast | Globo, Premiere, GE TV |
Possible Lineups
SÃO PAULO: Rafael; Rafael Tolói, Alan Franco e Sabino (Ferraresi); Cédric, Alisson, Pablo Maia (Marcos Antônio), Rodriguinho e Enzo Díaz; Rigoni e Dinenno – Técnico: Hernán Crespo.
BOTAFOGO: Neto; Vitinho, Kaio Pantaleão, Alexander Barboza e Alex Telles (Cuiabano); Danilo (Newton), Marlon Freitas e Savarino; Santi Rodríguez, Chris Ramos e Álvaro Montoro – Técnico: Davide Ancelotti.
