Match Summary
Botafogo SP defeated Portuguesa 2:0. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2023. Goals were scored by Victor Ramos 45′ (o.g.), Salatiel 51′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Portuguesa had 67% possession while Botafogo SP held 33%. Portuguesa had 13 shots (2 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Botafogo SP. Portuguesa made 5 substitutions, Botafogo SP made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Portuguesa and Botafogo SP — 2 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: Tárik
Match Statistics
Portuguesa had 67% possession against Botafogo SP's 33%. Portuguesa registered 13 shots (2 on target) while Botafogo SP managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 11–16.
Lineups
Portuguesa lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Mazola Júnior, while Botafogo SP deployed a 3-4-3 under Paulo Baier.
Defensive Solidity
Portuguesa deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Botafogo SP's 3-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
Portuguesa field 6 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
Portuguesa start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 Portuguesa's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: Thomazella (35), oldest: Thomazella (35)), 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, Portuguesa have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Botafogo SP show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
Portuguesa
Botafogo SP
Head to Head
Portuguesa and Botafogo SP have met 1 times — Portuguesa won 1, Botafogo SP won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Portuguesa leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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Portuguesa
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Drawn
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Botafogo SP
Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026