Serie A Regular Season - 2
Gremio 5 - 3 FT Botafogo
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Barboza 7'
M. Anselmi 16'
Arthur Cabral (A. Barboza) 17'
↓ S. Rodriguez ↑Artur 19'
26' Carlos Vinicius
Danilo (A. Montoro) 36'
45'+3 ↓ M. Monsalve ↑Willian
HT
46' ↓ C. Pavon ↑F. Amuzu
50' Carlos Vinicius (F. Amuzu)
M. Ponte 53'
57' Carlos Vinicius
60' Tete (F. Amuzu)
↓ A. Montoro ↑J. Barrera 61'
↓ M. Ponte ↑Matheus Martins 62'
68' ↓ Tete ↑Edenilson
68' ↓ Carlos Vinicius ↑Andre Henrique
Allan 70'
79' Edenilson
↓ Botafogo ↑Nathan Fernandes 82'
↓ Allan ↑Marquinhos 82'
Danilo (A. Barboza) 86'
90'+2 ↓ Arthur Melo ↑Dodi
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Gremio
Goalkeepers
Weverton 
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Joao Pedro 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fabian Balbuena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wagner Leonardo 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Marlon 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
E. Noriega 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
7
Duels Won
88%
Win %
Arthur Melo 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Tete 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
M. Monsalve
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
45
Entry
C. Pavon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
Carlos Vinicius 
HAT-TRICK HERO
3
Goals
3
Goals
3
On Target
9.9
Rating
BENCH
Gabriel Grando 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Viery
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gustavo Martins
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcos Rocha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Caio Paulista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edenilson 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Willian
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Roger
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dodi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Amuzu 
SUPER SUB
2
Assists
2
Assists
45
Minutes
7.9
Rating
J. Enamorado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andre Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Botafogo
Goalkeepers
Neto
SIEVE
38%
Save %
38%
Save %
5
Conceded
3
Saves
Defenders
M. Ponte
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Newton
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
A. Barboza 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
2
Assists
57%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Vitinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Allan 
MAGNET
63
Activity
63
Activity
57
Passes
6
Duels
Danilo 
CLUTCH HERO
86
Goal Time
86
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.7
Rating
Alex Telles 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
5.7
Rating
Forwards
S. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
19
Entry
Arthur Cabral
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
A. Montoro 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
BENCH
Leo Linck
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Bastos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Abdias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kadu Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marquinhos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Barrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arthur Novaes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kauan Toledo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Artur
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Matheus Martins
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Fernandes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Barria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 | Botafogo | 3 - 2 | Gremio | Serie A | Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos |
| 09/24/2025 | Gremio | 1 - 1 | Botafogo | Serie A | Arena do Grêmio |
| 09/29/2024 | Botafogo | 0 - 0 | Gremio | Serie A | Arena BRB Mané Garrincha |
| 06/16/2024 | Gremio | 1 - 2 | Botafogo | Serie A | Estádio Kleber José de Andrade |
| 11/09/2023 | Botafogo | 3 - 4 | Gremio | Serie A | Estádio São Januário |
| 07/09/2023 | Gremio | 0 - 2 | Botafogo | Serie A | Arena do Grêmio |
| 02/08/2021 | Botafogo | 2 - 5 | Gremio | Serie A | Estádio Nilton Santos |
| 10/14/2020 | Gremio | 3 - 1 | Botafogo | Serie A | Arena do Grêmio |
| 10/27/2019 | Gremio | 3 - 0 | Botafogo | Serie A | Arena do Grêmio |
Gremio Win
Botafogo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -5
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palmeiras | 12 | 29 | 22 | 10 | +12 | |
| 2 | Flamengo | 11 | 23 | 20 | 10 | +10 | |
| 3 | Fluminense | 12 | 23 | 21 | 15 | +6 | |
| 4 | Sao Paulo | 13 | 23 | 17 | 11 | +6 | |
| 5 | Bahia | 12 | 21 | 17 | 14 | +3 | |
| 6 | Atletico Paranaense | 12 | 19 | 17 | 14 | +3 | |
| 7 | Coritiba | 13 | 19 | 15 | 13 | +2 | |
| 8 | RB Bragantino | 12 | 17 | 15 | 14 | +1 | |
| 9 | Botafogo | 12 | 17 | 24 | 24 | 0 | |
| 10 | Vasco DA Gama | 13 | 16 | 18 | 19 | -1 | |
| 11 | Gremio | 13 | 16 | 15 | 16 | -1 | |
| 12 | Cruzeiro | 13 | 16 | 17 | 21 | -4 | |
| 13 | Vitoria | 11 | 15 | 11 | 14 | -3 | |
| 14 | Corinthians | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | -2 | |
| 15 | Atletico-MG | 12 | 14 | 14 | 15 | -1 | |
| 16 | Internacional | 13 | 14 | 12 | 14 | -2 | |
| 17 | Santos | 13 | 14 | 18 | 21 | -3 | |
| 18 | Mirassol | 12 | 9 | 13 | 18 | -5 | |
| 19 | Remo | 13 | 8 | 13 | 23 | -10 | |
| 20 | Chapecoense-sc | 11 | 8 | 11 | 22 | -11 |
P: 12 GD: +12
P: 11 GD: +10
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 13 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 13 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: +1
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 13 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 13 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -5
P: 13 GD: -10
P: 11 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Eight-Goal Epic at the Arena do Grêmio
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. Gremio emerged victorious in a relentless 5-3 thriller against Botafogo, defined by Carlos Vinicius's clinical hat-trick and a staggering five lead changes.
The Opening Salvo
The atmosphere at the Arena do Grêmio was electric from the start of this high-stakes title rivalry. Botafogo struck the first blow in the 17th minute when Arthur Cabral clinicaly finished an A. Barboza pass. The response from Gremio was swift and decisive; Carlos Vinicius found the net just nine minutes later to restore parity. An Intensity rating of 15.0 was justified as the lead flipped again before the break. Danilo demonstrated his quality by restoring the visitors' advantage in the 36th minute, leaving the hosts trailing 2-1 at half-time despite a competitive opening phase. Botafogo controlled possession with 56%, but the underlying tactical tension suggested the match was far from decided.
The Pivot: A Ten-Minute Whirlwind
The match underwent a dramatic shift early in the second half, largely due to the introduction of F. Amuzu. The substitute became the primary architect of the comeback, providing two vital assists in a scoring flurry that stunned the visitors. Carlos Vinicius equalised in the 50th minute before converting a penalty at the 57th-minute mark to claim his hat-trick and put Gremio ahead. The Balance of the match shifted entirely as Tete added a fourth goal just three minutes later, capping a sequence of three goals in a chaotic ten-minute window. This offensive barrage turned a deficit into a two-goal cushion, leaving the Botafogo defence struggling to cope with the sudden surge in Gremio's attacking tempo.
Resolution and Final Blows
As the match entered its final phase, Gremio refused to sit back. Edenilson, another impactful substitute, scored in the 79th minute to make it 5-2, effectively ending any hopes of a Botafogo revival. Although Danilo managed to pull one back with his second goal of the night in the 86th minute, it served as mere consolation in a high-scoring festival. The Stakes were high in this Brasileirao Title Clash, and Gremio's ability to capitalize on their 14 total shots proved the difference. This result moves both teams into a fascinating position in the mid-table, with Gremio gaining significant momentum from such a high-scoring victory. For Botafogo, the defeat highlights defensive vulnerabilities that offset their superior pass accuracy and possession control.
Key Questions
What made Carlos Vinicius the Man of the Match?
Carlos Vinicius scored a clinical hat-trick, including a game-changing penalty, earning a near-perfect 9.9 rating for his offensive dominance.
What caused the 8-goal thriller?
The match featured exceptional finishing from both sides, with 8 goals resulting from only 12 combined shots on target.
How did Gremio complete the comeback from behind?
Gremio utilized substitute F. Amuzu's creativity and Carlos Vinicius's clinical finishing to score three goals in a decisive ten-minute second-half spell.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Deadlock at Arena do Grêmio: Bragging Rights on the Line
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. With both sides locked on 13 points, this grudge match is about establishing dominance and breaking free from mid-table mediocrity in the Serie A standings.
The Setup
The Stakes are massively amplified in this fascinating clash at the Arena do Grêmio. Gremio sit in 12th place, while Botafogo are perched just ahead of them in 11th, strictly separated by a narrow margin in goal difference. Our take highlights a particularly tight Balance rating across both squads, reflecting how closely matched these sides have been throughout the opening phases of the campaign. The visitors carry a slightly more reliable Form into this fixture, having secured vital results recently to keep their momentum steady, whereas the hosts have struggled to turn draws into victories. Still, the home team possesses a respectable Stars rating that suggests their attacking individuals hold the key to breaking down stubborn defensive blocks tonight.
Key Battle
The definitive contest plays out right down the central channel. Gremio will look toward Carlos Vinícius to act as the primary focal point, requiring him to assert his physicality to dismantle the visiting defensive structure. However, Botafogo's Danilo arrives in spectacular rhythm, controlling the tempo from the midfield and constantly driving his team forward into dangerous areas. Whoever imposes their will on the flow of the game will likely secure the crucial points.
Our Prediction
We expect a tense, physical battle that ultimately ends in a hard-fought stalemate. The hosts will push aggressively in the early stages, but Botafogo's sharp transition play will force them to remain cautious. Our verdict points to a gritty 1-1 draw where neither side takes the definitive risk required to snatch all three points.