Botafogo vs Atletico-MG: Where to Watch, Lineups, Absences, Suspensions, and Refereeing

Attempting to overcome the crisis after recent eliminations in the cups and defeats against Sao Paulo and Mirassol, Botafogo welcomes long-time rival Atletico-MG. The match is scheduled for this Saturday (9/20) at 6:30 pm at Nilton Santos Stadium. A victory would place Botafogo in the G-4, as the current fourth-placed Mirassol only plays on Sunday against Juventude.
With a tumultuous backstage and questioned by the fans, coach Davide Ancelotti is expected to maintain the same lineup. The only doubt lies in Danilo, who was substituted at halftime in the last game against Mirassol. If he is unable to play, Newton should start.
The team will not have any suspensions but struggles with several medical issues. Artur and Arthur Cabral remain out for a third consecutive match due to injury, alongside Neto, Bastos, and Nathan Fernandes.
The opponents, Atletico-MG, have not won a match in a month, with four defeats and two draws in their last six games. Facing Botafogo amidst the Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals against Bolivar, they are adjusting tactics, possibly switching to a 4-4-2 formation with changes in the lineup.
Tickets for the game, with lower prices, are available online and at the stadium. The match will be broadcast exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, with free trials available. The game will be officiated by Flavio Rodrigues de Souza, assisted by Fabrini Bevilaqua Costa and Luiz Alberto Andrini Nogueira.
Injuries and suspensions may impact both teams’ performance, with players like Mateo Ponte, Alexander Barboza, and more at risk of missing future matches due to accumulated yellow cards. Botafogo and Atletico-MG face each other in a crucial match to improve their current standings in the league.