Botafogo Matchday Experience at Estádio Nilton Santos/Engenhão l Local Host

Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

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Hosted by: Lucas Verified host

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  • Official match ticket (Longside upper stand)

    Tickets and face id registration for Botafogo match at Nilton Santos Stadium

  • Pre-match beer with local fans

    Have a complimentary beer with Botafogo's fans outside the stadium

  • Personalized guidance throughout the experience

    Personalized guidance throughout the experience

  • Local Fan

    Be guided by a passionate local who enhances your experience with insider knowledge.

What we will do in this experience

Experience football in Rio de Janeiro like a true ‘Alvinegro’. This isn’t just about a match; it’s about joining a family with over a century of history.

We’ll meet near the Estádio Nilton Santos (Engenhão) to dive into the pre-match ritual. I’ll take you to the best local spots where fans gather for ice-cold beers and traditional Brazilian snacks. While we soak up the atmosphere, I’ll share the legends of Garrincha and Nilton Santos, explaining why Botafogo’s fans are ‘The Chosen Ones’.

Don’t worry about the logistics. I will assist you with the Face ID registration (now mandatory for stadium entry) and ensure your official match ticket (Longside Upper Stand) is ready on your phone. We’ll enter the stadium together, avoiding any stress.

Experience football in Rio de Janeiro like a true ‘Alvinegro’. This isn’t just about a match; it’s about joining a family with over a century of history.

We’ll meet near the Estádio Nilton Santos (Engenhão) to dive into the pre-match ritual. I’ll take you to the best local spots where fans gather for ice-cold beers and traditional Brazilian snacks. While we soak up the atmosphere, I’ll share the legends of Garrincha and Nilton Santos, explaining why Botafogo’s fans are ‘The Chosen Ones’.

Don’t worry about the logistics. I will assist you with the Face ID registration (now mandatory for stadium entry) and ensure your official match ticket (Longside Upper Stand) is ready on your phone. We’ll enter the stadium together, avoiding any stress.

Inside the stadium, we’ll find our seats in the most vibrant section of the stadium. I’ll be your personal commentator, explaining the chants, the tactics, and the unique passion of the Brazilian league.

As your local host, my priority is your safety and enjoyment. From navigating the neighborhood to exiting the stadium, I’ve got you covered. Come discover why being Botafogo is a feeling that words can’t explain!

Meet Your Host

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Lucas verified

Host since 2026

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Hi, I'm Lucas Bastos, a 33 years old Botafogo fan from Rio de Janeiro that has been following the club since I was born. Being a fan of football is more than a passion, is a family heritage and being able to show other people why I love this sport and this club would be a privilege. I live in Rio de Janeiro and go to every Botafogo match in Engenhão (or even Maracanã or São Januario). I have the club membership and access to tickets in a easy way. With my experience going to stadium all over the country, and specially in Rio, I think I would be a perfect fit to join Home Fans. I have some friend who participate on Home Fans in Flamengo and Botafogo's matches and I'd love to be part of it. Best regards, Lucas

Itinerary

  1. Meeting point at Nilton Santos Stadium

    I'll pick you up at an easy and safe meeting point close to the Stadium where we can start our experience

  2. Having a beer with the fans

    Close to the stadium we'll stay with the local fans having a beer - and the first one is on me!

  3. Getting into the stands

    I'll guide you easily until we are in the stand and ready to cheer for Botafogo

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