Vasco da Gama lineup @ Botafogo

Vasco da Gama's expected lineup at Botafogo, Thu 8 Oct, based on the XI they have started most this season (starts from 54 matches): Jardim (51); Renan (45), Cuesta (30), Piton (29), Rodríguez (28), Henrique (25); Mendes (39), Barros (32), Tchê (29), Moreira (28); Gómez (40). No fan has predicted this match yet. Last updated after the Coritiba match on 20 Sep.

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Vasco da Gama predicted lineup vs Botafogo

MOST USED XI

Vasco da Gama's expected lineup away at Botafogo in the Brasileirão is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 54 official matches: Jardim in goal, a back five of Renan, Cuesta, Piton, Rodríguez and Henrique, and Gómez leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land.

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  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 16 of the last 30 matches.
  • Based on starts across 54 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Vasco da Gama, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

Vasco da Gama are 16th in the Brasileirão on 31 points from 27 games. They have W3 D0 L2 in their last five.

Pedro Emanuel, Vasco da Gama manager
Head Coach
Pedro Emanuel
PortugalSince Aug 2026
Formation tendency
4-2-3-1most-used · 16 of last 30
4-2-3-1
53%
4-1-4-1
23%
4-3-3
17%
4-3-2-1
3%

Most Common Vasco da Gama Starting XI

Based on 54 official matches this season

The 11 players with the most starts across all official lineups this season.

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What is Vasco da Gama's expected lineup?
Vasco da Gama's expected lineup away at Botafogo in the Brasileirão is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 54 official matches: Jardim in goal, a back five of Renan, Cuesta, Piton, Rodríguez and Henrique, and Gómez leading the line. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land. Full XI (4-2-3-1): Jardim, Renan, Cuesta, Piton, Rodríguez, Henrique, Mendes, Barros, Tchê, Moreira, Gómez.
Who started Vasco da Gama's last match?
Vasco da Gama's starting XI on 19 Sept 2026 in the Brasileirão Série A (4-2-3-1): Léo Jardim, Paulo Henrique, A. Saldivia, Robert Renan, Cuiabano, S. Sosa, Thiago Mendes, A. Gómez, A. Lescano, F. Colidio, Bruno Duarte.
What was Vasco da Gama's last result?
Vasco da Gama beat Coritiba 5–0 on 19 Sept 2026.
When did Vasco da Gama last win?
Vasco da Gama last won on 19 Sept 2026, beating Coritiba 5–0.
Who takes penalties for Vasco da Gama?
J. Rodríguez has taken the most penalties for Vasco da Gama this season, scoring 1 of 2.
Who has made the most starts for Vasco da Gama this season?
Léo Jardim leads with 51 starts for Vasco da Gama across all competitions this season.
What formation does Vasco da Gama use most often?
Vasco da Gama have used a 4-2-3-1 in 33 of their 53 matches this season.
Which Vasco da Gama goalkeeper has started the most this season?
Leo Jardim has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Vasco da Gama this season, starting 51 matches.
Which Vasco da Gama defender has started the most this season?
Robert Renan has made the most starts as defender for Vasco da Gama this season, starting 45 matches.
Which Vasco da Gama midfielder has started the most this season?
Thiago Mendes has made the most starts as midfielder for Vasco da Gama this season, starting 39 matches.
Which Vasco da Gama forward has started the most this season?
Andres Gomez has made the most starts as forward for Vasco da Gama this season, starting 40 matches.
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