Vasco vs Botafogo RJ: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Vasco prepare to host Botafogo on February 8, 2026, with kick-off at 22:00, this BRAZIL: Taca Guanabara fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Vasco, currently 4th in the standings with 8 points from 5 games, are within reach of the top with 4 points behind. They've earned 4 points from 2 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Botafogo, sitting 1st with 9 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 3 points from 2 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Vasco and Botafogo have favored Botafogo, with Botafogo claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-3). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Madureira, Vasco recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Botafogo's last outing came against Fluminense, where they secured a 0-1 defeat using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Vasco are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Vasco and Botafogo are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Vasco's fixtures have averaged 2.1 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 43% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Botafogo's games average 3 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 29% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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