Match Summary
Sao Paulo defeated Botafogo SP 2:1. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2022. Goals were scored by E. Rigoni 5′, Jean Victor 67′, Luciano 86′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Sao Paulo had 74% possession while Botafogo SP held 26%. Sao Paulo had 21 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Botafogo SP. Sao Paulo made 4 substitutions, Botafogo SP made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Talles Costa 59′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sao Paulo and Botafogo SP — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Sao Paulo had 74% possession against Botafogo SP's 26%. Sao Paulo registered 21 shots (6 on target) while Botafogo SP managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 9–2. Fouls committed: 12–12.
Lineups
Sao Paulo lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Rogério Ceni, while Botafogo SP deployed a 5-4-1 under Leandro Zago.
Defensive Solidity
Sao Paulo deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Botafogo SP's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Sao Paulo field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Botafogo SP's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Sao Paulo start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Botafogo SP averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sao Paulo's starting XI is 24.0 (youngest: Welington (24), oldest: Welington (24)), while Botafogo SP average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sao Paulo have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Botafogo SP show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sao Paulo and Botafogo SP have met 1 times — Sao Paulo won 0, Botafogo SP won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 0 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.00 per match (0 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026