Botafogo's board is set to decide on the future of coach Franclim Carvalho, with a likely scenario being his dismissal, according to Globo Esporte Futebol. The decision will be made by the main figures of the club, including Eduardo Iglesias, Gabriel de Alba, João Paulo Magalhães Lins, and Léo Coelho. The pressure on Franclim Carvalho has increased following the team's 6-1 defeat in Peru and a 1-0 loss to Vitória on Sunday.
The team's poor results since the Copa do Mundo have damaged the coach's reputation within the club. His decisions have been heavily criticised, including the team's lineup against Cienciano and the substitution of Huguinho for Júnior Santos against Vitória. Additionally, those close to the situation have reported that Franclim Carvalho has become more stubborn in recent weeks.
Botafogo made an effort to keep Franclim Carvalho when Vasco tried to contract him in June 2026, and he received a salary increase, which increased the rescission fee that the club will have to pay if they fire him. Rodrigo Bellão, the current coach of the under-20 team, is considered a likely replacement if Franclim Carvalho is sacked. The match between Botafogo and Cienciano will be played on August 19, 2026.