Botafogo has recently experienced a dip in form. In the second leg of the Copa Sudamericana round of 16, they managed a 1-0 home win over Peruvian side Cienciano, securing their first victory in four matches across all competitions. However, they still failed to advance in the tournament. In the league, they lost 0-1 away to Vitória in the previous round, suffering their second consecutive winless game and only winning one in the last four. Offensively, they've been decent, scoring 35 goals, the fourth - highest in the league. But defensively, they've conceded 34 goals, the fifth - most. On the other hand, Athletico Paranaense has been in great form, remaining unbeaten in eight consecutive league games, with five wins and three draws. In the last round, they drew 1-1 at home against Red Bull Bragantino. Their defense has been remarkable, conceding only 20 goals, the second - fewest in the league. In away league games this season, they have a record of 4 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, an
BRA D1
AH
Botafogo RJ
vs
Atletico Paranaense