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MidfielderSeason 2026

Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava

Botafogo SPSerie BData current as of October 26, 2026
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NationalityBrazil
PositionMidfielder
Age33 years
Height178 cm
Weight71 kg
Shirt number10

Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava: season at a glance

Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava represents Botafogo SP in Serie B during the 2026 season. Across 32 appearances, the player has completed 2400 minutes, scored 3 goals and recorded 8 assists.

The available attacking record adds Shots: 30, Shots on target: 10, Shot accuracy: 33.3%, Expected goals (xG): 3.95, and Non-penalty xG: 1.85.

The available defending record adds Tackles: 17, Interceptions: 12, Clearances: 18, and Duels won: 75.

The profile includes 15 verified recent appearances and compares the player's record across 2 seasons.

Season overview

32Appearances
2,400Minutes
3Goals
8Assists
7.16Average rating
11Goal involvements0.41 per 90

Playing time and performance

32Appearances
29Starts
2,400Minutes
0.11Goals per 90
0.30Assists per 90
7.16Average rating

Player strengths

See where this player stands out against others in the same position this season.

Average rating95 / 100

Above average

Key passes / per 9097 / 100

Above average

Expected assists (xA) / per 9098 / 100

Above average

Passes / per 9072 / 100

Above average

Pass completion70 / 100

Above average

Dribbles / per 9027 / 100

Below average

Tackles / per 9018 / 100

Below average

Interceptions / per 9031 / 100

Below average

xG per shot
0.13
Starting rate
93.55%
Minutes per appearance
75
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Attacking

3Goals
30Shots1.16 per 90
10Shots on target0.39 per 90
33.3%Shot accuracy
10.0%Shot conversion
3.95Expected goals (xG)0.15 per 90
1.85Non-penalty xG0.07 per 90

Chance creation

8Assists0.30 per 90
9.14Expected assists (xA)0.35 per 90
68Key passes2.63 per 90
197Crosses7.62 per 90

Passing and possession

1,110Passes42.95 per 90
942Completed passes36.45 per 90
84.9%Pass completion
10Dribbles0.39 per 90
7Successful dribbles70.0%

Defending

17Tackles0.66 per 90
12Interceptions0.46 per 90
18Clearances0.70 per 90
3Blocks0.12 per 90
75Duels won54.0%
11Aerial duels won0.0%

Discipline

3Yellow cards
0Red cards
38Fouls drawn
20Fouls committed
0Penalties scored
0Penalties missed

Recent appearances

MatchScoreRoleGoalsAssistsDiscipline
Avaí - Botafogo SPOct 24, 20260 : 2Starter00-
CRB - Botafogo SPOct 18, 20260 : 1Starter00-
Botafogo SP - CearáOct 13, 20261 : 0Starter00-
Operário PR - Botafogo SPOct 07, 20261 : 2Starter00-
Botafogo SP - Vila NovaOct 03, 20260 : 1Starter00-
Botafogo SP - Ponte PretaSep 29, 20262 : 0Starter10-
Athletic Club - Botafogo SPSep 19, 20261 : 1Starter00-
Botafogo SP - NovorizontinoSep 09, 20261 : 3Starter00🟨 1-
Náutico - Botafogo SPSep 03, 20261 : 0Starter00-
Botafogo SP - CuiabáAug 29, 20261 : 2Starter00-
Atlético GO - Botafogo SPAug 25, 20263 : 0Starter00-
Botafogo SP - CriciúmaAug 20, 20261 : 1Starter00-
São Bernardo - Botafogo SPAug 14, 20260 : 1Starter00-
Botafogo SP - América MineiroAug 08, 20262 : 1Starter01-
Fortaleza - Botafogo SPJul 29, 20261 : 0Starter00-

Career by season

SeasonLeagueAppearancesMinutesGoalsAssists
2026Serie B322,40038
2025Serie B302,04824

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Frequently asked questions

Which team does Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava play for?

Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava is listed with Botafogo SP in Serie B for the 2026 season.

How many goals and assists does Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava have?

Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava has 3 goals and 8 assists in 32 appearances during the 2026 season.

How many minutes has Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava played?

The 2026 record contains 2400 minutes across 32 appearances.

What statistics are available for Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava?

The profile covers playing time, goals, assists, cards and, when recorded, xG, xA, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, goalkeeping and recent match logs.