Match report
Botafogo SP Stuns Fortaleza EC 4-0 in Serie B
Botafogo SP
4–0
FT
Fortaleza EC
Mar 21, 2026
Botafogo SP stunned Fortaleza EC with a commanding 4-0 victory in their Serie B match, showcasing their offensive might and defensive resilience. The game was marred by a red card for Fortaleza's Mailton, who was sent off for violent conduct. The victory secures a significant three points for Botafogo SP in the competitive Serie B.
Key Facts
- • Hygor scored the first goal in the 34th minute, assisted by Morelli.
- • Morelli doubled the lead with a goal in the 38th minute.
- • Vilar extended the lead in the 45th minute, assisted by Patrick Brey.
- • Morelli completed his brace in the 52nd minute, assisted by Rafael Gava.
- • Fortaleza's Mailton was sent off in the 89th minute for violent conduct.
Lineups
Botafogo SP
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Victor Souza (G)
- 22 Gabriel Inocencio
- 4 Vilar (D)
- 14 Carlao (D)
- 6 Patrick Brey (D)
- 5 L. Maciel (M)
- 10 Rafael Gava (M)
- 30 Ze Hugo (M)
- 8 Everton Morelli (M)
- 7 Kelvin (M)
- 9 Hygor (F)
Substitutes
- 12 Jordan
- 16 Matheus Sales
- 2 Jonathan
- 11 Jefferson Nem
- 20 Marquinho
- 21 Luizao
- 27 Darlan
- 19 Marcio Maranhao
- 28 Yuri Felipe
- 26 Felipe Vieira
- 23 Wesley
- 29 Thiago Moraes
Fortaleza EC
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 12 Brenno (G)
- 22 Mailton (D)
- 2 E. Britez (D)
- 3 Gazal (D)
- 18 G. Fuentes (D)
- 29 Rodrigo (M)
- 88 Lucas Sasha (M)
- 11 Vitinho (M)
- 7 T. Pochettino (M)
- 32 Luiz Fernando (M)
- 9 J. B. Miritello (F)
Substitutes
- 25 Vinicius Silvestre
- 10 Lucas Crispim
- 4 Luan Freitas
- 8 Ronald
- 37 Ryan
- 75 Rodriguinho
- 38 Lucca Prior
- 35 Bruninho
- 31 Welliton
- 77 Paulo Baya
- 19 Luquinhas
- 33 K. Rocha
Timeline
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34' Botafogo SP Goal · Normal GoalHygor · Assist: Morelli
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38' Botafogo SP Goal · Normal GoalMorelli
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40' Botafogo SP Card · Yellow CardMorelli
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43' Fortaleza EC Card · Yellow CardLuiz Fernando
Foul
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45' Botafogo SP Goal · Normal GoalVilar · Assist: Patrick Brey
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46' Fortaleza EC subst · Substitution 1Off: Rodrigo · On: Lucas Crispim
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46' Fortaleza EC subst · Substitution 2Off: T. Pochettino · On: Lucca Prior
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46' Fortaleza EC subst · Substitution 3Off: Vitinho · On: Welliton
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52' Botafogo SP Goal · Normal GoalMorelli · Assist: Rafael Gava
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61' Fortaleza EC Card · Yellow CardLucas Gazal
Foul
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63' Botafogo SP subst · Substitution 1Off: Morelli · On: Matheus Sales
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66' Fortaleza EC subst · Substitution 4Off: J. B. Miritello · On: Paulo Baya
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73' Fortaleza EC Card · Yellow CardLucas Crispim
Foul
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73' Botafogo SP subst · Substitution 2Off: Patrick Brey · On: Felipe Vieira
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73' Botafogo SP subst · Substitution 3Off: Rafael Gava · On: Thiago Henrique
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80' Fortaleza EC Card · Yellow CardLucas Sasha
Foul
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82' Fortaleza EC subst · Substitution 5Off: Lucas Sasha · On: Ryan Gustavo
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88' Fortaleza EC Card · Yellow CardMailton
Foul
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89' Fortaleza EC Card · Red CardMailton
Violent conduct
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90'+2 Botafogo SP subst · Substitution 4Off: Kelvin · On: Jefferson Nem
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90'+2 Botafogo SP subst · Substitution 5Off: L. Maciel · On: Marquinho
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90'+5 Botafogo SP Card · Yellow CardFelipe Vieira
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Botafogo SP | Fortaleza EC |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | — | — |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | — | — |
| Corners | — | — |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | — | — |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | — | — |
| xG | 2.52 | 0.24 |
| Shots off Target | — | — |
| Possession | — | — |
| Goals Prevented | -1 | -1 |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | — | — |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Botafogo SP's quick 3-goal run from the 34th to 45th minutes set the tone for the game.
- ▸ Fortaleza's Mailton's red card in the 89th minute left the team with ten men and unable to mount a comeback.