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

As Caracas prepare to host Botafogo on May 28, 2026, with kick-off at 00:00, this SOUTH AMERICA: Copa Sudamericana, Group stage fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Caracas, currently 2nd in the standings with 9 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 and 3 draws in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals.

Botafogo, sitting 1st with 13 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 6 points from 2 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Caracas and Botafogo have been competitive, ending in a 1-1 draw. Neither team has managed to gain a clear advantage in recent encounters.

In their previous league match against Racing A, Caracas recorded a 2-2 draw while lining up in a 3-5-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Benitez, Yendis, Mago , Quintero, , Gudino, Larotonda, Covea, Correa, Fernandez. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Botafogo's last outing came against Independiente Petroleros, where they secured a 3-0 victory using a 4-4-2 system. Their starting XI featured Neto, Telles, Barboza, Ferraresi, Ponte, Montoro, Medina, , Villalba, Cabral. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Looking ahead, Caracas are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Caracas 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: Caracas's fixtures have averaged 2.6 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Botafogo's games average 3 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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