Match report
Flamengo Defeats Botafogo 3-0 in Serie A Clash
Botafogo
0–3
FT
Flamengo
Oct 15, 2025
Flamengo emerged victorious against Botafogo with a comprehensive 3-0 win in the Serie A encounter on October 15. Flamengo's Pedro and Luiz Araújo found the back of the net, while substitute G. Plata also scored late to round off the victory for the visiting team.
Key Facts
- • Flamengo dominated with three goals: Pedro (40'), Luiz Araújo (70'), and G. Plata (80')
- • Botafogo struggled defensively, allowing Flamengo to score without reply
- • Léo Pereira, Evertton Araujo, and Emerson Royal received yellow cards for Flamengo
- • Sergio Rodríguez, Marcal, and Alexander Barboza were shown yellow cards for Botafogo
Lineups
Botafogo
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 24 Leo Linck (G)
- 4 M. Ponte (D)
- 21 Marcal (D)
- 20 A. Barboza (D)
- 6 Cuiabano (D)
- 17 Marlon Freitas (M)
- 25 Allan (M)
- 7 Artur (M)
- 10 J. Savarino (M)
- 23 S. Rodriguez (M)
- 98 Arthur Cabral (F)
Substitutes
- 1 Raul Steffens
- 32 Rhyan
- 58 Caua Zappelini
- 64 Marquinhos
- 26 Gabriel Bahia
- 57 David Ricardo
- 9 C. Ramos
- 11 Matheus Martins
- 30 J. Correa
- 39 Gonzalo Mastriani
- 47 Jeffinho
Flamengo
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 A. Rossi (G)
- 22 Emerson Royal (D)
- 3 Leo Ortiz (D)
- 4 Leo Pereira (D)
- 26 Alex Sandro (D)
- 21 Jorginho (M)
- 52 Evertton Araujo (M)
- 7 Luiz Araujo (M)
- 10 G. de Arrascaeta (M)
- 16 Samuel Lino (M)
- 9 Pedro (F)
Substitutes
- 25 Matheus Cunha
- 2 G. Varela
- 61 Joao Victor
- 6 Ayrton Lucas
- 17 M. Vina
- 5 E. Pulgar
- 15 J. Carrascal
- 11 Everton
- 23 Juninho
- 50 G. Plata
- 27 Bruno Henrique
- 30 Michael
Timeline
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15' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardLéo Pereira
Foul
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21' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardEvertton Araujo
Foul
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40' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalPedro · Assist: G. de Arrascaeta
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54' Botafogo subst · Substitution 1Off: Arthur Cabral · On: Chris Ramos
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58' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardEmerson Royal
Argument
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59' Botafogo Card · Yellow CardS. Rodríguez
Argument
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61' Botafogo Card · Yellow CardMarcal
Handball
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61' Flamengo subst · Substitution 1Off: Evertton Araujo · On: E. Pulgar
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61' Flamengo subst · Substitution 2Off: Samuel Lino · On: Éverton
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63' Botafogo subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Savarino · On: J. Correa
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63' Botafogo subst · Substitution 3Off: Artur · On: Jeffinho
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64' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardLuiz Araújo
Foul
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68' Botafogo Card · Yellow CardAlexander Barboza
Foul
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70' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalLuiz Araújo · Assist: Pedro
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72' Botafogo Card · Yellow CardMarlon Freitas
Foul
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74' Flamengo subst · Substitution 3Off: G. de Arrascaeta · On: J. Carrascal
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77' Botafogo subst · Substitution 4Off: S. Rodríguez · On: Matheus Martins
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79' Flamengo subst · Substitution 4Off: Pedro · On: G. Plata
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79' Flamengo subst · Substitution 5Off: Unknown player · On: Michael
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80' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalG. Plata · Assist: J. Carrascal
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88' Botafogo Card · Yellow CardAllan
Argument
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90'+2 Flamengo Card · Yellow CardLéo Ortiz
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Botafogo | Flamengo |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 16 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | 84% | 90% |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 16 | 11 |
| Corners | 3 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 362 | 539 |
| Yellow Cards | 5 | 5 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 5 |
| xG | 1.06 | 0.96 |
| Shots off Target | 9 | 5 |
| Possession | 40% | 60% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 305 | 486 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 6 |
| Saves | 1 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 8 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Flamengo took the lead at 40' when Pedro scored after an assist by G. de Arrascaeta, setting a strong tone early on in the match.
- ▸ The second goal came late into the half from Luiz Araújo (70'), following a pass from Pedro, further cementing Flamengo's control over the game.
- ▸ G. Plata added another goal at 80', securing Flamengo’s victory and putting Botafogo on the back foot.