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Botafogo Beats Flamengo in a Thrilling Match
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Botafogo defeated Flamengo 5-2 in a vibrant and goal-filled match at the Estádio Nilton Santos. The match began with a frenetic pace, and in the 3rd minute, Botafogo took the lead with a goal from M. Ponte, assisted by Marlon Freitas. However, Flamengo equalized in the 24th minute with a goal from Bruno Henrique, assisted by Leo Ortiz.
The second half continued the same tone of excitement and goals. Botafogo regained the lead with a goal from I. da Cruz in the 54th minute, but the visiting team tied again in the 67th minute, although it was a goal canceled due to a missed penalty by T. Almada. However, Flamengo’s joy was short-lived, as Botafogo scored two goals in quick succession through Matheus Martins in the 84th and 90th minutes, confirming the victory.
The match was marked by the intensity and dedication of both teams. Botafogo dominated possession with 55% compared to Flamengo’s 45%, and also surpassed their rival in the number of shots on goal (8 against 4). However, Flamengo proved more effective in finishing, scoring two goals, while Botafogo managed to convert 5.
The match was marked by tension and fouls, with a total of 23 fouls committed between the two teams. Botafogo received four yellow cards, while Flamengo received two.
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Substitutions flamengo: at minute 8 Victor Hugo came in and G. de Arrascaeta went out., at minute 46 Evertton came in and Gerson went out., at minute 66 G. Varela came in and Ayrton Lucas went out., at minute 66 Leo Pereira came in and Bruno Henrique went out., at minute 74 Lorran came in and Allan went out.
Substitutions botafogo: at minute 66 Tiquinho Soares came in and I. da Cruz went out., at minute 66 Tche Tche came in and M. Ponte went out., at minute 74 Matheus Martins came in and T. Almada went out., at minute 80 Carlos Alberto came in and Luiz Henrique went out., at minute 80 Allan came in and Marlon Freitas went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Botafogo
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