Botafogo and Grêmio Clash in Key Brazilian League Match

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil — Botafogo and Grêmio will meet in a crucial match of the 35th round of the Brazilian Serie A on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM local time at Estádio Nilton Santos. Both teams are fighting for their respective season goals, with Botafogo aiming for a direct spot in next year’s Libertadores.

Currently, Botafogo sits in fifth place with 55 points, just one point ahead of sixth-place Fluminense. They are coming off a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory over Sport in their last match.

On the other hand, Grêmio occupies the 11th spot with 43 points after a 2-0 win against Vasco in their previous encounter. The team, led by coach Mano Menezes, is looking to distance themselves from the relegation zone, as they have been unable to secure an away win for two months.

The two teams last faced each other in the first round, which ended in a 1-1 draw. This time, Botafogo will miss defender Alex Telles, who is suspended after receiving a yellow card. Joaquín Correa, recovering from muscle issues, is likely to start, but Santi Rodríguez is still out due to ongoing treatment.

Grêmio’s lineup will also see changes, as Wagner Leonardo is suspended. The team hopes to reintegrate players like Noriega and Edenilson, who are returning from suspension and injury, respectively.

The match will be televised live on Record, YouTube, and Premiere. Fans eagerly anticipate what promises to be an exciting showdown at Nilton Santos.

“We need to maintain our focus and work hard for the next match,” said Botafogo’s coach Davide Ancelotti, emphasizing the importance of the game for their Libertadores ambitions.