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Botafogo Upsets Atlético-MG in a Tense Match in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – In a hard-fought match at the Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos, Botafogo secured a narrow victory against Atlético-MG, in a game marked by intensity and discipline. The match, corresponding to Round 24 of the Brazilian Serie A, ended with a 1 to 0 score in favor of the home team.
The first half was filled with cards, with multiple bookings for both teams and a sending-off for Botafogo just before halftime, clearly complicating their strategy. However, Botafogo managed to resist and capitalize on their opportunities.
In the second half, S. Rodriguez scored the only goal of the match in the 48th minute, assisted by A. Montoro, unleashing euphoria among the home fans. Despite playing with one man down and having less ball possession (33% against Atlético-MG’s 67%), Botafogo managed to maintain their lead and secure the three points.
Atlético-MG dominated in possession and took more shots (12 against Botafogo’s 8), but failed to convert their chances, showing a lack of precision in front of goal. Botafogo, on the other hand, defended tooth and nail, conceding few spaces and making the most of their resources. Referee Flavio Rodrigues De Souza had a busy night, managing a match with many interruptions and a high number of fouls.
Substitutions atletico-mg: at minute 46 Lyanco came in and Gustavo Scarpa went out., at minute 46 Caio Paulista came in and Guilherme Arana went out., at minute 69 Igor Gomes came in and Rony went out., at minute 76 Reinier came in and Biel went out., at minute 76 Natanael came in and Bernard went out.
Substitutions botafogo: at minute 73 J. Savarino came in and J. Correa went out., at minute 83 A. Montoro came in and Cuiabano went out., at minute 88 S. Rodriguez came in and Allan went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Botafogo
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