Vasco v Botafogo: line-ups and where to watch the Copa do Brasil clash | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama and Botafogo kick off their battle for a spot in the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil this Wednesday (27). The first leg of the quarterfinals takes place at 9:30 pm, at São Januário. The Cruzmaltino team is under pressure due to a poor run, while the Alvinegro team treats the competition as their top priority for the year. The match will be broadcast on SporTV and Premiere.

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Vasco has absences and doubts for the match

Coach Fernando Diniz will have problems setting up the team. Midfielder Tchê Tchê is definitely out due to injury. The competition for his spot is between Cauan Barros and Thiago Mendes. On the right back, Paulo Henrique is doubtful with thigh pain, and Puma Rodríguez could be the starter. The newly signed Robert Renan and Matheus França, although regularized, will not be listed due to physical issues.

The probable lineup for Vasco is: Léo Jardim; Puma Rodríguez (Paulo Henrique), Hugo Moura, Lucas Freitas and Lucas Piton; Jair, Cauan Barros (Thiago Mendes), Rayan, Coutinho and Nuno Moreira; Vegetti.

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Botafogo comes with full strength for the classic

After being eliminated in the Libertadores, Botafogo is now betting all its chips on the Copa do Brasil. Coach Davide Ancelotti is expected to field his best team. The great news for the rival is the stay of Savarino, who declined a transfer. There is a doubt in the attack, where Chris Ramos may take the place of Arthur Cabral. The absences are Bastos, Panteleão and Cuiabano.

The probable lineup for Botafogo is: John, Vitinho, Barboza, David Ricardo and Alex Telles; Danilo, Marlon Freitas and Savarino; Montoro, Artur and Arthur Cabral (Chris Ramos).

Match Information

💢 Vasco x Botafogo 🐶 🗓️ Date: August 27, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30 pm (Brasília time) 📍 Location: São Januário Stadium, Rio de Janeiro (RJ) 🏆 Competition: Copa do Brasil - Quarterfinals (First Leg) 📺 Broadcast: SporTV and Premiere

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