Botafogo

Botafogo
Country Brazil
Confederation CONMEBOL (South America)
Founded 1904
Stadium Estádio Nilton Santos
Head Coach Luís Castro
FIFA Club World Cup Appearances 1 (2025 will be the 2nd)
Best Finish Group Stage (2025)
Domestic Titles
  • Campeonato Brasileiro Série A: 2 titles
  • Copa do Brasil: 1 title
  • Campeonato Carioca: 21 titles
International Titles
  • Copa CONMEBOL: 1 title (1993)
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group Group B
Group Stage Fixtures
  • Sunday, 15 June: vs Seattle Sounders FC (Lumen Field, Seattle) – 19:00
  • Thursday, 19 June: vs Paris Saint-Germain (Rose Bowl Stadium, Los Angeles) – 18:00
  • Monday, 23 June: vs Atlético de Madrid (Rose Bowl Stadium, Los Angeles) – 12:00
Key Players
  • Jefferson (Goalkeeper)
  • Victor Sá (Midfielder)
  • Matheus Nascimento (Forward)
  • Carlos Eduardo (Midfielder)
Team History Botafogo, founded in 1904, is one of the most traditional and iconic football clubs in Brazil. Known as “O Glorioso” (The Glorious One), Botafogo has a rich history of success in both domestic and international competitions. The club has won the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A twice and the Campeonato Carioca 21 times. Botafogo is also known for producing legendary players such as Garrincha, Jairzinho, and Nílton Santos. The team plays its home matches at the Estádio Nilton Santos, named after one of its greatest players. Botafogo is celebrated for its passionate fan base and its commitment to attacking football.