Botafogo beats Sao Paulo in a tight CONMEBOL Libertadores match
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Botafogo defeated Sao Paulo 2-1 in a thrilling CONMEBOL Libertadores quarter-final match played at the Estádio Nilton Santos.
The match started at a frantic pace, with Botafogo dominating possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities. However, the Sao Paulo defense stood firm and managed to contain the opposing attack.
In the 30th minute, Luiz Henrique received a yellow card for a foul on a Sao Paulo player.
In the second half, both teams made a series of changes in search of victory. Sao Paulo sought the equalizer with the entry of Wellington Rato, Luciano and Michel Araujo, while Botafogo strengthened their attack with Tiquinho Soares, Marcal and Matheus Martins.
The match was decided in the final minutes. Botafogo managed to score two goals, while Sao Paulo could only score one.
Despite the defeat, Sao Paulo had some clear scoring opportunities, but failed to convert them. In the end, more possession, more shots and a better finish gave Botafogo the victory.
Statistics:
* Botafogo: 65% possession, 22 shots (6 on target, 7 off target), 4 corners, 10 fouls, 2 yellow cards, 0 red cards.
* Sao Paulo: 35% possession, 6 shots (1 on target, 2 off target), 1 corner, 13 fouls, 1 yellow card, 0 red cards.
Botafogo advances to the CONMEBOL Libertadores semifinals and will face the winner of the match between Flamengo and Fluminense.
Substitutions sao paulo: at minute 59 Wellington Rato came in and Rafinha went out., at minute 69 Luciano came in and Lucas Moura went out., at minute 69 Michel Araujo came in and William Gomes went out., at minute 69 N. Ferraresi came in and A. Franco went out., at minute 82 Andre Silva came in and Jonathan Calleri went out.
Substitutions botafogo: at minute 68 Tiquinho Soares came in and Luiz Henrique went out., at minute 68 Marcal came in and A. Telles went out., at minute 79 Tche Tche came in and Marlon Freitas went out., at minute 79 Matheus Martins came in and I. da Cruz went out., at minute 90 M. Ponte came in and Vitinho went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Botafogo
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