Botafogo hit by last-minute blow ahead of Flamengo clash in the Brasileirão | OneFootball

Botafogo has a total of eight absences for the match against Flamengo

Flamengo and Botafogo face each other this Wednesday (15), at Estádio Nilton Santos, for the 28th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro. The match kicks off at 7:30 PM (Brasília time). For the derby, the team from General Severiano will have an important and last-minute absence.

According to GE, right-back Vitinho, the undisputed starter in his position, will not be available. The defender played for the Brazilian National Team during the FIFA break and will not return in time for the match.

Although he remained on the bench during the 3-2 loss to Japan, Vitinho faces complicated logistics to return to Brazil. Called up by Carlo Ancelotti, the player will only arrive in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday (16), a day after the derby.

WHO ARE BOTAGOFO'S OTHER ABSENCES?

Besides Vitinho, Botafogo is dealing with a series of injuries. Danilo, Álvaro Montoro, Bastos, Neto, Kaio Pantaleão, and Barrera are all out. In addition, midfielder Newton will also miss the match due to suspension.

DOES BOTAFOGO HAVE ANY REINFORCEMENTS?

On the other hand, Botafogo will be able to count on some returning players. That's because Marçal, Nathan Fernandes, and Cuiabano, who served suspensions in the last round, will be available for the match against Flamengo.

HOW ARE THE TEAMS DOING IN THE STANDINGS?

Flamengo is trying to bounce back after losing the lead in the Brasileirão. With 55 points, the red-and-black team is in second place, with one draw and one loss in the last three rounds. The team led by Filipe Luís is looking to recover and stay in the title race.

On the other hand, Botafogo is in fifth place with 43 points and is going through a period of instability. In the last seven games, they've managed only two wins, along with two draws and three losses. The derby is seen as a chance for recovery.

The broadcast of Botafogo vs. Flamengo will be available on Premiere (pay-per-view), Record (free-to-air TV), and CazéTV (YouTube). Coluna do Fla will also provide complete real-time coverage of every play on the website, YouTube, and social media.

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