Flamengo won 2-1 against Botafogo in the Carioca Serie A. Before the match, Botafogo were 1st in the Carioca Serie A table with Flamengo in 4th. In 20 previous meetings (2017–2026), Botafogo have won 7, Flamengo 11, with 2 draws. Botafogo had scored 6 goals this season (1.0 per game), Flamengo had 11 (1.8 per game). Botafogo's goals came from Alexander Barboza (54'); Flamengo scored through Lucas Paquetá (19'), Erick Pulgar (84'). Match stats: possession 43%-57%, shots 8-15, on target 4-5, corners 5-5. Check out the complete match analysis, lineups and key moments.
