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Estádio Nilton Santos

Estádio Nilton Santos: Botafogo matches & tickets

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Home of Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro, Estádio Nilton Santos is a big, modern ground with room for around 46,931 fans. It sits away from the beach postcard image of the city, in the north of Rio, and matchdays here feel more local, more lived-in, and deeply tied to the club’s identity. You get Série A football here, and Brasileiro Women matches too, with a crowd that can be sharp, demanding, and very loud when the place gets going. Find upcoming fixtures, tickets, and everything for a matchday visit below.

Last updated 9 July 2026

7 upcoming matches across 1 competition, with kickoff times, tickets, and travel info.

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Location
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Home of
Botafogo
Capacity
46,931 spectators
Next match
Botafogo v RB Bragantino, Sat 12 Sept, Serie A
Nearest transport
Olímpica de Engenho de Dentro (train, 5 min walk)
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Serie A at Estádio Nilton Santos

Serie A
Botafogo
RB Bragantino
Botafogo
vs
RB Bragantino
Sat 12 Sept 2026 · 20:30 GMT-3
Estádio Nilton Santos · Rio de Janeiro
Serie A
Botafogo
Gremio
Botafogo
vs
Gremio
Wed 16 Sept 2026 · 19:30 GMT-3
Estádio Nilton Santos · Rio de Janeiro
Serie A
Botafogo
Vasco DA Gama
Botafogo
vs
Vasco DA Gama
Wed 7 Oct 2026 · 20:30 GMT-3
Estádio Nilton Santos · Rio de Janeiro
Serie A
Botafogo
Chapecoense-sc
Botafogo
vs
Chapecoense-sc
Sun 18 Oct 2026 · 17:00 GMT-3
Estádio Nilton Santos · Rio de Janeiro
Serie A
Botafogo
Atletico-MG
Botafogo
vs
Atletico-MG
Wed 4 Nov 2026 · 18:00 GMT-3
Estádio Nilton Santos · Rio de Janeiro
Serie A
Botafogo
Sao Paulo
Botafogo
vs
Sao Paulo
Sun 22 Nov 2026 · 18:00 GMT-3
Estádio Nilton Santos · Rio de Janeiro
Serie A
Botafogo
Bahia
Botafogo
vs
Bahia
Sun 29 Nov 2026 · 18:00 GMT-3
Estádio Nilton Santos · Rio de Janeiro

How do I get to Estádio Nilton Santos?

The closest public-transport stops to Estádio Nilton Santos, Rio de Janeiro, with approximate walking times.

Map of Estádio Nilton Santos and the nearest stations

Around Estádio Nilton Santos

Pubs, food and things to do within walking distance of the ground.

Match-day pubs near Estádio Nilton Santos

The closest pubs to the ground. Most open 2–3 hours before kickoff.

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Things to book for a visit to Estádio Nilton Santos

Rooms, flights and data for the next match at Estádio Nilton Santos.

Upcoming matches at Estádio Nilton Santos

Matches on Saturday, 12 September

Matches on Wednesday, 16 September

Matches on Wednesday, 7 October

Matches on Sunday, 18 October

Matches on Wednesday, 4 November

Matches on Sunday, 22 November

Matches on Sunday, 29 November

Recent finished matches at Estádio Nilton Santos

FAQ

Whose home stadium is Estádio Nilton Santos?
Estádio Nilton Santos is the home of Botafogo.
What is the capacity of Estádio Nilton Santos?
Estádio Nilton Santos holds around 46,931 spectators.
What's the next match at Estádio Nilton Santos?
Botafogo vs RB Bragantino on Saturday 12 September at 23:30 (7 matches in the next 90 days).
How do I get to Estádio Nilton Santos?
Estádio Nilton Santos sits in Rio de Janeiro. The closest public-transport stops are Olímpica de Engenho de Dentro train station (5 min walk) and Ponto Final: Linha 232 bus stop (7 min walk).
Is Estádio Nilton Santos worth visiting?
Yes. Estádio Nilton Santos is the home of Botafogo, with a matchday atmosphere worth the trip. Stadium tours often run on non-match days too.