Botafogo RJ vs Nacional Potosi: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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Botafogo RJ logo
26 Feb,01:30
2 - 0
Full Time
Nacional Potosi logo
Botafogo RJ
Nacional Potosi

Botafogo RJ vs Nacional Potosi Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half2 - 0
5
A. Telles
scored for Botafogo RJ
37
1
was cautioned
45+6
Danilo
scored for Botafogo RJ
2nd Half2 - 0
66
L. Pavia
was cautioned
80
M. Ponte
was cautioned
87
1
was cautioned
89
1
was cautioned
89
A. Telles
was cautioned

A crucial contest in the lower half of the South America Copa Libertadores, Qualifying rounds table takes place at Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos on 26 February 2026, where Botafogo host Nacional Potosi. Kickoff is scheduled for . With both sides currently battling near the relegation zone, this fixture could play an important role in the survival race.

Botafogo often look to limit space for opponents.

Nacional Potosi prefer a system that balances attack and defence.

Recent Form

Botafogo

W L

Nacional Potosi

L W

Botafogo are struggling badly and picking up very few positive results. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.

Also, Nacional Potosi are struggling badly and finding it hard to turn things around. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.

Recent Form Home/Away

Botafogo (Home)

W

Nacional Potosi (Away)

L
There is little difference in Botafogo's performance across venues.

Nacional Potosi show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Botafogo

+ -

Nacional Potosi

- +

Botafogo continue to show resilience at the back. They look fairly disciplined in defence.

Also, Nacional Potosi have shown good defensive stability, keeping several clean sheets recently. The back line has been performing reliably.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Botafogo (Home)

+

Nacional Potosi (Away)

-
A huge contrast in clean sheet potential, heavily favouring home games for Botafogo.

Nacional Potosi's defence is dramatically stronger at home compared to away matches.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Botafogo

- -

Nacional Potosi

- -

Botafogo have been involved in low-scoring games recently. They often prioritise defensive structure.

Also, Nacional Potosi are often involved in tight, cagey games. Breaking down games has been a challenge.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Botafogo (Home)

-

Nacional Potosi (Away)

-
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Botafogo.

Nacional Potosi's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

Scoring Consistency

Botafogo

+ -

Nacional Potosi

- +

Botafogo usually manage to get on the scoresheet. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.

Also, Nacional Potosi continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. Their attacking play remains a key strength.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Botafogo (Home)

+

Nacional Potosi (Away)

-
A strong home bias in Botafogo's attacking output.

Nacional Potosi's scoring rate is significantly higher at home than away.

Match Information
Referee: Piero Maza
Venue: Estadio Olimpico Nilton Santos

Botafogo RJ vs Nacional Potosi Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.25
xG
0.18
60
Ball Posession (%)
40
3
Big Chances
0
2
Cautions
4
16
Shots
7
6
Shots on Goal
3
3
Shots Blocked
2
10
Shots inside Box
3
6
Shots outside Box
4
3
Hit Woodwork
1
17
Fouls
10
4
Corner Kicks
1
22
Throw Ins
21
3
Saves
4
10
Free Kicks
17
1
Offsides
2
511
Passes Total
337
442
Passes Completed
267
104
Passes in the final 3rd Total
61
73
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
37
18
Touches in the Opposition Box
4
17
Tackles Total
16
10
Tackles Completed
10
16
Clearances
22
12
Crosses Total
13
5
Crosses Completed
2
8
Interceptions
15

Botafogo RJ vs Nacional Potosi H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results