Carabobo Faces Botafogo in Crucial Copa Libertadores Match

Valencia, Venezuela – Carabobo Fútbol Club takes on Botafogo in a crucial Copa Libertadores match on May 6, 2025. This matchup is vital for both teams, who seek to advance in the tournament.

Carabobo sits last in Group A with just one point after three matches. They managed a 1-1 draw against Universidad de Chile in their previous game. Coach Diego Merino hopes to turn their fortunes around after two consecutive losses.

On the other hand, Brazilian champion Botafogo holds third place with three points from one victory and two defeats. They recently lost 1-0 to Estudiantes de La Plata, putting them under pressure to secure a win in this match.

Both teams need a victory to boost their chances of progressing. The referee, Carlos Benítez, will oversee this crucial encounter at the Polideportivo Misael Delgado, which is expected to be charged with intensity and fervor from home fans.

In the previous face-off on April 8, Botafogo triumphed over Carabobo 2-0, marking a significant downturn for the Venezuelan squad in their continental campaign.

As the match kicks off at 18:00 local time, pressure mounts on both clubs, as losing could potentially lead to elimination from international competitions.

The stakes are high with the current Group A standings showing Universidad de Chile leading with six points, followed by Estudiantes with five. Carabobo and Botafogo need to revitalize their hopes for qualification in what feels like an early final.