Probable Lineups
4-2-3-1
4-1-4-1
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.6)
6.8
Average Ratings
6.6
(6.5)
33.2
Average Age
31.9
181.6
Average Height (cm)
178.7
(1)
1.1
Shots pg
0.7
(0.7)
(50%)
55%
Aerial Duel Success
55%
(51%)
(0.8)
0.9
Dribbles pg
0.7
(0.6)
(1.1)
1.2
Tackles pg
0.9
(1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Serie A.
Missing Players
Sao Paulo
Botafogo RJ
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luan | Out | N/A | |
| Lizeiro | Out | N/A | |
| Pablo | Out | 6.54 | |
| Joao Rojas | Out | N/A | |
| Gonzalo Carneiro | Out | N/A |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diego Souza | Out | 6.8 |
Team News
Sao Paulo
Botafogo RJ
- Pablo, Luan, Joao Rojas and Lizeiro are injured and will miss São Paulo's first game of the 2019 Serie A season. New signing Tchê Tchê and Jucilei will likely start as a result.
- Gonzalo Carneiro tested positive for cocaine and is suspended for the time being.
- Alexandre Pato returned to São Paulo after four years and he is set to start as the lone striker.
- Vitor Bueno could also make his debut for the hosts playing on the right wing.
- Bochecha and Jean will fight for a place in defensive midfield.
- Diego Souza, who is expected to play a key role for Botafogo this season, is ineligible to play against his former club due to contract restrictions. Erik should start as a result.
