Botafogo (6th with 52 points) seeks a win to enter the G-5, the zone for direct qualification to Conmebol Libertadores.
Sport is last in the league with 17 points and comes off a 5-1 loss to Flamengo.
Botafogo will miss Santi Rodríguez and Joaquín Correa due to muscular pain. Artur and Jeffinho are expected to replace them.
Álvaro Montoro and Jordan Barrera return from injury for Botafogo.
Sport is without Ramon Menezes and Matheus Alexandre, both suspended.
Botafogo needs a victory to improve their chances of qualifying for the Conmebol Libertadores. The team is currently just one point behind Bahia, which occupies the last direct qualification spot. Missing key players Rodríguez and Correa could impact Botafogo's midfield creativity, but the return of Montoro and Barrera provides some relief.
Sport, having already been relegated, will likely use this match to experiment with their squad and give opportunities to younger players. The absence of suspended players further limits their options.
Probable Lineups:
Botafogo: Léo Linck; Vitinho, David Ricardo, Barboza, Alex Telles (Cuiabano); Danilo, Marlon Freitas; Artur, Savarino, Jeffinho (Montoro); Arthur Cabral.
Sport: Gabriel; Aderlan, Rafael Thyere, Lucas Kal, Luan Cândido; Rivera, Sérgio Oliveira, Lucas Lima; Léo Pereira, Matheusinho, Pablo.
Where can I watch the Botafogo vs. Sport match live?
**A: The match will be broadcast on Prime Video.
What are Botafogo's key absences?
**A: Santi Rodríguez and Joaquín Correa are out with muscular pain.
Which players are suspended for Sport?
**A: Matheus Alexandre and Ramon Menezes are suspended.
Botafogo needs a win to boost their Libertadores qualification hopes.
Sport is already relegated and may lack motivation.
Key injuries and suspensions will affect both teams' lineups.
Watch for Artur and Jeffinho to step up for Botafogo in the absence of Rodríguez and Correa.
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