Botafogo will be in Russia during the World Cup

Botafogo confirmed that it will spend an interseason in Russia during the 2026 World Cup. The Rio club will have training and friendly matches on Russian soil, with the squad re-forming on June 22nd to begin preparation.

The black and white delegation leaves for Russia on June 30th. The 12-day stay in the Eurasian country includes participation in the Brothers Cup, with two confirmed games against local clubs.

Glorioso's debut in the competition takes place on July 4, against CSKA Moscow, at the VEB Arena. On July 10th, the team faces Dynamo Moscow, at VTB Arena, before returning to Rio de Janeiro on the 12th.

Historical event and SAF strategy
Botafogo's presence in the Brothers Cup marks a historic moment. Glorioso will be the first South American club to compete in the tournament. The competition, which is in its fourth edition, is promoted by Russian clubs and has already established itself as one of the country's main summer events.

Alvinegra participation is part of SAF's sports planning for the remainder of the season. The off-season offers the team the opportunity to play high-level international games and expand the squad's preparation.

The trip to Russia also aims to strengthen the presence of the Botafogo brand on the global stage. In addition to commitments on the field, the club seeks institutional exchange and rapprochement with fans and international partners.

Soon, the board will release more information about official match times, game broadcasts and details related to ticket sales for the Brothers Cup.

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