Botafogo x Santos: where to watch live, time and lineups
Botafogo and Santos face the end of the World Cup stoppage with a crucial clash this Thursday, July 16, 2026. The match, valid for the 19th round of the Brazilian Championship, will start at 7:30 pm (Brasília time) at the Nilton Santos Stadium, in Rio de Janeiro. The game is seen as a “six-point duel” for both clubs, each with their own specific goals in the table, making it one of the highlights of the round.
The Botafogo team arrives at the clash at a moment of oscillation in the Brasileirão, registering a defeat, a draw and a victory in the last rounds. Currently in 12th place with 22 points, the team is looking for a recovery to climb the rankings. Despite having reinforcements already negotiated, the transfer window has not yet been officially opened, which prevents the immediate use of new players.
On the other hand, Santos is focused on moving away from the relegation zone. With 21 points accumulated in 18 matches, the clash against Botafogo is decisive in the fight to improve its position in the table. The São Paulo club faces the difficulty of a transfer ban, which prevents it from making new signings, and has invested in the youth teams to fill the gaps in the squad. The interseason, however, did not bring very encouraging results, with a victory over União São João and a draw in a training game against Osasco Sporting.
Stream details and game coverage
The match between Botafogo and Santos will have extensive coverage for fans:
See Also
- The live broadcast will be available on Premiere, Record and Cazé TV channels.
- Real-time monitoring of all bids will be carried out by specialized journalistic teams.
Information about likely lineups
Commander Franclim Carvalho defines Botafogo
Coach Franclim Carvalho took advantage of the off-season to implement strategic changes to the team. The main change is in goal, with the likely entry of Léo Linck as starter, following the termination of Neto’s contract. In midfield, Huguinho and Medina should form a duo. The presence of Lucas Emanuel, a young player from the base, is expected in the attack due to a problem felt by Arthur Cabral.
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- Botafogo’s probable lineup:Leo Linck; Vitinho (Mateo Ponte), Ferraresi, Justino and Alex Telles; Huguinho, Medina, Lucas Villalba and Matheus Martins; Lucas Emanuel and Kauan Toledo.
- Botafogo embezzlements:Danilo (vacation after the World Cup); Júnior Santos, Allan and Kaio Pantaleão (in recovery); Arthur Cabral (pain).
- Hanging from Botafogo:Arthur Cabral, Justino, Montoro and Lucas Villalba.
Cuca’s strategy for Santos on their return to the Brasileirão
For the return of the Brazilian Championship, coach Cuca will have to deal with the absence of important players at Santos. Gabigol is suspended after being sent off in the match against Vitória, and Neymar is only expected to return to the club on Friday. In addition to these, midfielder João Schmidt and striker Moisés are also out. Gabriel Bontempo, who was recovering from pubic discomfort during the interseason, is expected to start the match on the bench.
- Probable Santos lineup:Gabriel Brazão; Gabriel Menino, Lucas Veríssimo, Luan Peres and Escobar; Willian Arão, Gustavo Henrique and Rollheiser; Miguelito, Rony and Barreal.
- Santos absences:Neymar (holiday after the World Cup); Gabigol (suspended); João Schmidt (discomfort in his right thigh); Moisés (sprained right ankle).
- Santos Hangings:Luan Peres, Escobar, João Schmidt, Gabriel Bontempo, Gabriel Menino and Neymar.
Complete referee team for the match
Responsibility for conducting the match will be the responsibility of the following referee team:
- Main referee:Rodrigo Jose Pereira de Lima (PE)
- Assistant 1:Renan Aguiar da Costa (CE)
- Assistant 2:Karla Renata Cavalcanti De Santana (PE)
- Fourth referee:Wagner Francisco Silva Souza (BA)
- VAR:Gilberto Rodrigues Castro Junior (TO)
