Botafogo vs. Mirassol: Preview, Where to Watch, Lineups, and More
Botafogo faces Mirassol this Wednesday, September 17th, at 7:30 PM at the Estádio Nilton Santos in a rescheduled match of the 12th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro. After a disappointing elimination from the Copa do Brasil and a poor performance against São Paulo, Botafogo aims to bounce back against the in-form Mirassol. A victory would propel Glorioso into the G-4.
Match Details and Context
The original match date in June was postponed due to Botafogo's participation in the Super Mundial de Clubes. Following this game, Botafogo will have only one outstanding match remaining against Grêmio, scheduled for next Wednesday in Porto Alegre.
Botafogo's Team News: Absences and Returns
Davide Ancelotti, the coach, will still be without Artur (calf injury) and Arthur Cabral (bone edema). Furthermore, goalkeeper Neto is sidelined with a complete rupture in the rectus femoris of his right thigh and will undergo surgery, ruling him out for the remainder of 2025. However, there are positive returns. Marlon Freitas, Alexander Barboza, and Alex Telles, who were rested against São Paulo, are expected to return. Álvaro Montoro, recovering from a gastrointestinal issue, and Santi Rodríguez, recovering from flu-like symptoms, may also feature in the starting lineup.
Botafogo's Confirmed Absences
- Neto (complete rupture in the rectus femoris of his right thigh)
- Bastos (knee surgery)
- Jordan Barrera (Colombia U-20 national team)
- Artur (right calf injury)
- Nathan Fernandes (right forearm fracture)
- Arthur Cabral (bone edema)
Suspension Risks
Mateo Ponte, Cuiabano, Newton, and Álvaro Montoro are all carrying two yellow cards. Any of them receiving a yellow card in this match would be suspended for the subsequent match against Atlético-MG on Saturday, September 20th, at Estádio Nilton Santos.
Scouting the Opponent: Mirassol
Mirassol is currently enjoying a strong campaign in the Campeonato Brasileiro, holding a fourth-place position. Coached by Rafael Guanaes, the team has suffered only one defeat in its last 14 matches. There is a possibility that key players Gabriel, Chico da Costa, and Edson Carioca could return for this match. They trained normally on Tuesday, but the club has not confirmed their travel to Rio de Janeiro.
Ticketing Information
Tickets are available for purchase at botafogo.com.br/ingresso for the following sectors: Leste Inferior (R$ 200 full/R$ 100 half), Leste Superior (R$ 80/R$ 40), Oeste Inferior (R$ 200/R$ 100), and Norte (R$ 60/R$ 30). Plan Preto members can check-in for free in the Leste Superior and Norte sectors.
How to Watch
The match will be broadcast exclusively on Premiere, with commentary by Daniel “DanDan” Pereira and analysis from Ledio Carmona and Richarlyson Barbosa.
Match Officials
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Referee | Bruno Pereira Vasconcelos (BA) |
| Assistant Referee 1 | Alessandro Alvaro Rocha de Matos (BA) |
| Assistant Referee 2 | Luis Carlos de França Costa (RN) |
| 4th Official | Leo Simão Holanda (CE) |
| VAR | Emerson de Almeida Ferreira (MG) |
| AVAR | Frederico Soares Vilarinho (MG) |
| AVAR 2 | Tiago Nascimento dos Santos (PE) |
| VAR Observer | Marcelo Carvalho Van Gasse (MG) |
| Quality Manager | Bernardo Campos Martins (SP) |
| Assessor | Antonio Pereira da Silva (GO) |
| Inspector | Rodrigo Martins Cintra (SP) |
Match Facts
| Match: | Botafogo x Mirassol |
| Stadium: | Nilton Santos |
| Date-Time: | September 17, 2025 – 7:30 PM |
| Referee: | Bruno Pereira Vasconcelos (BA) |
| Assistants: | Alessandro Alvaro Rocha de Matos (BA) and Luis Carlos de França Costa (RN) |
| VAR: | Emerson de Almeida Ferreira (MG) |
| Tickets: | botafogo.com.br/ingresso |
| Where to Watch: | Premiere |
Predicted Lineups
BOTAFOGO: Léo Linck; Vitinho, Kaio Pantaleão, Alexander Barboza e Alex Telles; Marlon Freitas, Danilo (Newton) e Savarino; Santi Rodríguez (Jeffinho), Chris Ramos e Álvaro Montoro – Técnico: Davide Ancelotti.
MIRASSOL: Walter; Lucas Ramon, João Victor, Jemmes e Reinaldo; Neto Moura, Danielzinho e Gabriel; Negueba, Alesson (Edson Carioca) e Cristian Renato (Chico da Costa) – Técnico: Rafael Guanaes.