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Tight Match in Ribeirão Preto: Botafogo SP and Coritiba Draw in Tactical Encounter
Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo – The match between Botafogo SP and Coritiba, played at Arena NicNet as part of matchday 11 of the Brazilian Serie B, ended in a draw that reflects the intensity and balance seen on the field. Under the watchful eye of referee Luciano da Silva Miranda Filho, both teams showed defensive solidity and struggled to convert their opportunities.
Coritiba dominated possession with 60%, seeking to impose their rhythm of play. However, the Botafogo SP defense, despite the yellow cards shown to Gabriel Bispo and L. Maciel, remained firm. The home team, with 40% possession, opted for quick transitions and long balls, generating 7 shots, 3 of which found the target.
Both teams recorded 7 shots in total. Coritiba generated a greater number of corners, with 8 compared to Botafogo SP’s 3, but failed to capitalize on this advantage. The match was marked by a total of 27 fouls, reflecting the intensity of the dispute for control of the midfield, with additional yellow cards for Alex Silva, Zeca and Wallisson from the visiting team. The final result leaves both teams needing to sharpen their aim for upcoming matches.
Substitutions coritiba: at minute 57 Iury Castilho came in and Geovane went out., at minute 65 Wallisson came in and Vini Paulista went out., at minute 65 Jacy came in and Filipe Machado went out., at minute 76 C. de Pena came in and Josue went out., at minute 76 Dellatorre came in and Gustavo Coutinho went out.
Substitutions botafogo sp: at minute 72 Robinho came in and Matheus Regis went out., at minute 80 R. Carrillo came in and L. Maciel went out., at minute 80 A. Dramisino came in and Jonathan Cafu went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Botafogo SP
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