Botafogo set to debut in Brazil-Japan Friendship Cup on August 29

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Botafogo set to debut in Brazil-Japan Friendship Cup on August 29

Summary

Botafogo will compete in the 26th Brazil-Japan U-15 Friendship Cup from August 29 to September 3. The team will kick off their campaign against Fluminense on Saturday at 9 a.m. at CFZ. Botafogo is aiming for their third title in this tournament, where they are placed in Group B alongside Fluminense, Santos, and Fagiano Okayama from Japan. Each team will play a single match in the group stage, with the top two from each group and the two best third-place teams advancing to the quarterfinals, which will follow an Olympic-style knockout format.

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Key Details

•Botafogo faces Fluminense in their opening match on August 29.
•The tournament runs from August 29 to September 3.
•Botafogo competes in Group B with Fluminense, Santos, and Fagiano Okayama.
•The group stage features single-match encounters.
•Quarterfinals will include top teams from the groups and best third-placers.

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Botafogo will compete in the Brazil-Japan U-15 Friendship Cup from August 29 to September 3. With their debut set for this Saturday at 9 a.m. against Fluminense at CFZ, the Gems of the Neighborhood wi...
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