Botafogo Adjusts Lineup for Bahia Clash Due to Injuries
CITY — May 3, 2024 —
Botafogo is preparing to face Bahia this Saturday at Fonte Nova amid a shuffle in their lineup due to suspensions and injuries. Key players like Alexander Barboza and Gregore will be absent, forcing Coach Paiva to make changes. David Ricardo and Danilo Barbosa are expected to step in as replacements. The article details who is out,who’s back,and forward dilemmas for the team,offering insight into team selection as Botafogo navigates the Brazilian championship,and will shift its focus to the Copa Libertadores.
Botafogo Adjusts Lineup Amidst Suspensions and Injuries Ahead of Bahia Clash
Botafogo is set to face Bahia this Saturday at Fonte Nova for the seventh round of the Brazilian Championship with a revised lineup due to suspensions and injuries. David Ricardo and Danilo Barbosa are expected to step in as substitutes.
Key Absences and Replacements
- Alexander Barboza: Out with a foot injury.
- Gregore: Suspended for the match.
- David Ricardo and Danilo Barbosa: Expected to fill the vacant spots.
Returning Players
Several key players who were rested against Capital-DF are set to return to the team:
- John
- Vitinho
- Jair
- Cuiabano
- Marlon Freitas
Coach Paiva’s Forward Dilemma
Coach Renato Paiva faces challenges in the forward line due to injuries:
- Savarino: Injured
- Matheus martins: Injured
- Middle Doubts: Paiva is still evaluating options for the forward positions.
Further Absences
Marçal and Santiago Rodríguez will also miss the upcoming match. Though, there’s positive news regarding nathan Fernandes:
- Marçal: Out of combat.
- Santiago Rodríguez: Out of combat.
- Nathan Fernandes: Recovered and traveling with the team to Salvador.
Projected Lineup Against Bahia
The anticipated Botafogo lineup to face Bahia is as follows:
- John
- Vitinho
- Jair
- David Ricardo
- Cuiabano
- Danilo barbosa
- Marlon Freitas
- Patrick de Paula (Jeffinho)
- artur
- Igor Jesus
- Mastriani (Rwan Cruz)
Looking Ahead: Libertadores Focus
Following the match in Salvador, the team will promptly travel to Venezuela to prepare for a crucial Copa Libertadores match.
- Opponent: Carabobo
- Competition: Copa Libertadores, group A, Fourth round
FAQ
- Who are the key players missing for Botafogo against Bahia?
- Alexander Barboza (injured) and Gregore (suspended) are the key absentees.
- Who is expected to replace the missing players?
- David Ricardo and Danilo Barbosa are likely to step in.
- What competition dose botafogo play in after the Bahia match?
- Botafogo will travel to Venezuela for a Copa Libertadores match against Carabobo.
