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Caracas FC vs Botafogo | CONMEBOL Sudamericana - Summary Preview

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Caracas FC

D
W
D
W
D
W

27 May 2026

22:00 (UTC+0)

(1
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0)

1

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3

FT

Botafogo

D
W
W
L
D
W

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A dead rubber in terms of qualification, as Botafogo have already secured the top spot and Caracas FC are locked into the playoffs. Expect a low-intensity affair where the Brazilians test their depth and the Venezuelans aim to protect their unbeaten continental home record.

Home Motivation

Medium

Caracas FC are mathematically locked into second place and already qualified for the playoffs, meaning they have no structural stakes remaining in the group stage.

Away Motivation

Medium

Botafogo have already clinched the top spot in the group and are expected to field a rotated lineup to rest key players for their upcoming league match against Bahia.

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Key Metrics

Home

Metric

Away

-0.16

xG difference

All comps (EWMA)

0.56

Botafogo create significantly more than they concede in recent matches compared to the negative net xG of the hosts.

4.30

Shots on target per game

All comps (EWMA)

6.51

The visitors maintain a much higher offensive volume, testing goalkeepers twice as often as the home side in recent form.

39%

Possession %

All comps (EWMA)

53%

Botafogo tend to dominate the ball, which may lead to Caracas FC playing on the counter-attack.

2.97

Corners won per game

All comps (EWMA)

5.01

Botafogo generate nearly double the corner opportunities of Caracas FC on a recent-form basis.

74%

Pass accuracy %

All comps (EWMA)

81%

The technical gap is evident in recent form, with the Brazilian side showing much better ball retention.

Form & Streaks

Caracas FC are undefeated in 9 of their last 10 matches across all competitions (4W, 5D, 1L).

Botafogo have seen Over 2.5 goals in 60% of their last 10 matches across all competitions.

Caracas FC have drawn 5 of their last 10 games, including their most recent continental meeting with Botafogo.

Tactical Overview

This Group E finale features a Caracas FC side that has become increasingly difficult to beat, recording just one loss in their last 10 matches across all competitions (4W, 5D, 1L). They showed tactical discipline in the reverse fixture, holding the Brazilians to a 1-1 draw, and have trended at a recent-form xG of 1.43 per game. Botafogo boast superior metrics with 1.74 goals scored per game on a recent-form basis, but manager Franclim Carvalho has confirmed significant rotation with first place already secured. The visitors will miss the creativity of Danilo and the goal-scoring threat of Júnior Santos, both of whom are unavailable. This places the burden on Medina to orchestrate the midfield for Arthur Cabral. Caracas FC will likely rely on Benítez for shot-stopping and Fereira for defensive organization, as they have conceded 1.25 goals per game in recent form and will prioritize a clean sheet over aggressive attacking.

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Lineup Updates

Based on reports

Key Players

Caracas FC will rely on goalkeeper Benítez for his crucial saves, while defender Fereira will be key in organizing the backline. Midfielder Correa is expected to contribute to both defense and attack.

Absences

J. Uribe

Called up to national team

OUT

C. Martinez

Called up to national team

OUT

L. Reinoso

Stomach problems

OUT

Home

Key Players

Caracas FC will rely on goalkeeper Benítez for his crucial saves, while defender Fereira will be key in organizing the backline. Midfielder Correa is expected to contribute to both defense and attack.

Absences

J. Uribe

Called up to national team

OUT

C. Martinez

Called up to national team

OUT

L. Reinoso

Stomach problems

OUT

Away

Key Players

Botafogo's attack will be spearheaded by Arthur Cabral, a regular starter known for his ability to find the net. In midfield, Cristian Medina is expected to control the tempo and distribute the ball effectively. Defensively, Nahuel Ferraresi will be a crucial presence in the backline.

Absences

Kadu Santos

Knee injury (multiligamentous)

OUT

C. Loor

Called up to Panama national team

OUT

Allan

Rupture of the rectus femoris (thigh)

OUT

Bartolomeu Jacinto Quissanga

Muscle injury

OUT

Júnior Santos

Foot fissure

OUT

Nathan Fernandes

Right knee sprain

OUT

Danilo

Withdrawn from squad due to personal/transfer reasons

OUT

Lineup info is never 100% confirmed until matchday. Additional players may be unavailable.

Referee Profile

C. A. Betancur Gutierrez

24 matches officiated · 2026/27

average

Cards/G

6.0

avg 5.3

Fouls/G

21.1

avg 22.9

C. A. Betancur Gutierrez has averaged 6.0 cards per match across 24 assignments this season, which is 12.8% above the league average of 5.32. While the match lacks competitive tension, this referee's strict history suggests that any tactical fouls to stop counters could quickly lead to bookings. This trend favors a higher card count even in a rotated, lower-stakes environment.

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