Flamengo Starting Lineup and Key Absences for Crucial Match Against Botafogo on October 15 2025
Flamengo is set to face Botafogo in a highly anticipated match on October 15, 2025. This rivalry clash will take place at 19:30 local time at Estádio Nilton Santos in Rio de Janeiro. The match is part of the 28th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro.
Match Overview
The upcoming game has significant implications for both teams. Flamengo is currently positioned second in the league, having lost their previous match against Bahia 1-0. This loss allowed Palmeiras to take the top spot. Botafogo, on the other hand, sits in fifth place with 43 points and is looking to bounce back after their recent 2-0 defeat to Internacional.
Flamengo’s Team News
Head coach Filipe Luís welcomes back key players for this crucial match. Midfielder Erick Pulgar returns after a lengthy absence due to foot surgery. Additionally, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro are back in the squad following their suspensions.
Confirmed Absences for Flamengo
- Injuries: Saúl, De la Cruz, and Allan
- Suspensions: Danilo and Wallace Yan
- Players on yellow cards: Jorginho, Arrascaeta, Erick Pulgar, Carrascal, Allan
Projected Lineup for Flamengo
The probable starting eleven for Flamengo is as follows:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Rossi |
| Defenders | Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro |
| Midfielders | Pulgar (Evertton Araújo), Jorginho, Arrascaeta |
| Forwards | Carrascal, Pedro, Lino |
Botafogo’s Key Players
Botafogo will also field a competitive lineup. Their likely starters include:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Léo Linck |
| Defenders | Mateo Ponte, David Ricardo (Gabriel Silva), Barboza, Marçal (Alex Telles) |
| Midfielders | Allan, Marlon Freitas, Santi Rodríguez, Savarino, Cuiabano (Matheus Martins) |
| Forward | Arthur Cabral |
Where to Watch
Fans can tune in to the game through various channels including Record (free-to-air), Cazé TV (YouTube), and Premiere (pay-per-view). The event will also be available via streaming on RecordPlus and Globoplay.
Upcoming Fixtures
Flamengo has several important matches lined up after the clash with Botafogo:
- October 19: Flamengo vs. Palmeiras at 18:30
- October 22: Flamengo vs. Racing-ARG at 21:30 (Libertadores)
- October 25: Fortaleza vs. Flamengo at 19:30
- October 29: Racing vs. Flamengo at 21:30
This match against Botafogo is critical for Flamengo as they aim to regain top form in the league. Fans await an exciting encounter at Estádio Nilton Santos.
