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MidfielderSeason 2026

Rafael Gustavo Meneghel Gava

Botafogo SPSerie BData current as of 31 October 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): 3.92 and Non-penalty xG: 1.82.

The available defending record adds Tackles: 19, Interceptions: 12, Clearances: 19 and Duels won: 77.

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

Season overview

32Appearances
2,400Minutes
3Goals
8Assists
7.14Average rating
11Goal involvements0.41 per 90

Playing time and performance

32Appearances
30Starts
2,400Minutes
0.11Goals per 90
0.30Assists per 90
7.14Average rating

Player strengths

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

Average rating94 / 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 completion69 / 100

Above average

Dribbles / per 9026 / 100

Below average

Tackles / per 9020 / 100

Below average

Interceptions / per 9029 / 100

Below average

Goals minus xG
-0.92
Assists minus xA
-1.26
xG per shot
0.13
Starting rate
93.75%
Minutes per appearance
75
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Attacking

3Goals
30Shots1.12 per 90
10Shots on target0.38 per 90
33.3%Shot accuracy
10.0%Shot conversion
3.92Expected goals (xG)0.15 per 90
1.82Non-penalty xG0.07 per 90

Chance creation

8Assists0.30 per 90
9.26Expected assists (xA)0.35 per 90
69Key passes2.59 per 90
200Crosses7.50 per 90

Passing and possession

1,151Passes43.16 per 90
975Completed passes36.56 per 90
84.7%Pass completion
10Dribbles0.38 per 90
7Successful dribbles70.0%

Defending

19Tackles0.71 per 90
12Interceptions0.45 per 90
19Clearances0.71 per 90
4Blocks0.15 per 90
77Duels won53.0%
11Aerial duels won0.0%

Discipline

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

Recent appearances

MatchScoreRoleGoalsAssistsDiscipline
Botafogo SP - Sport Recife31 Oct 20261 : 1Starter00-
Avaí - Botafogo SP24 Oct 20260 : 2Starter00-
CRB - Botafogo SP18 Oct 20260 : 1Starter00-
Botafogo SP - Ceará13 Oct 20261 : 0Starter00-
Operário PR - Botafogo SP07 Oct 20261 : 2Starter00-
Botafogo SP - Vila Nova03 Oct 20260 : 1Starter00-
Botafogo SP - Ponte Preta29 Sept 20262 : 0Starter10-
Athletic Club - Botafogo SP19 Sept 20261 : 1Starter00-
Botafogo SP - Novorizontino09 Sept 20261 : 3Starter00🟨 1-
Náutico - Botafogo SP03 Sept 20261 : 0Starter00-
Botafogo SP - Cuiabá29 Aug 20261 : 2Starter00-
Atlético GO - Botafogo SP25 Aug 20263 : 0Starter00-
Botafogo SP - Criciúma20 Aug 20261 : 1Starter00-
São Bernardo - Botafogo SP14 Aug 20260 : 1Starter00-
Botafogo SP - América Mineiro08 Aug 20262 : 1Starter01-

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.