Match report
Botafogo Secures Crucial Win Over Sao Paulo 2–1 in Serie A
Botafogo
2–1
FT
Sao Paulo
Dec 8, 2024
In a tightly contested match at the Estadio Nilton Santos, Botafogo secured a hard-fought victory over Sao Paulo by a score of 2-1 in the Brazilian Serie A. J. Savarino opened the scoring for Botafogo in the 37th minute with an assist from Igor Jesus. Despite William Gomes equalizing for Sao Paulo shortly after halftime, Gregore's late goal in stoppage time ensured Botafogo held off their rivals to claim all three points.
Key Facts
- • Botafogo 2–1 Sao Paulo
- • J. Savarino scored the opening goal (37' min)
- • Igor Jesus provided an assist for Botafogo's first goal
- • William Gomes equalized for Sao Paulo in the 63rd minute
- • Gregore secured the win with a stoppage time goal
Lineups
Botafogo
Formation: 3-3-1-3
Starting XI
- 12 John (G)
- 26 Gregore (D)
- 34 Adryelson (D)
- 21 Marçal (D)
- 4 M. Ponte (M)
- 17 Marlon Freitas (M)
- 13 Alex Telles (M)
- 10 J. Savarino (M)
- 7 Luiz Henrique (F)
- 99 Igor Jesus (F)
- 23 T. Almada (F)
Substitutes
- 28 Allan
- 37 Matheus Martins
- 9 Tiquinho Soares
- 6 Tchê Tchê
- 2 Rafael
- 66 Cuiabano
- 5 Danilo Barbosa
- 70 Ó. Romero
- 11 Júnior Santos
- 1 G. Fernández
- 3 Lucas Halter
- 33 Eduardo
Sao Paulo
Formation: 3-4-1-2
Starting XI
- 93 Jandrei (G)
- 22 Ruan Tressoldi (D)
- 28 A. Franco (D)
- 35 Sabino (D)
- 2 Igor Vinícius (M)
- 20 Marcos Antônio (M)
- 4 S. Longo (M)
- 36 Patryck (M)
- 11 Rodrigo Nestor (F)
- 17 André Silva (F)
- 39 William (F)
Substitutes
- 15 M. Araújo
- 30 João Moreira
- 18 Rodriguinho
- 49 Ryan Francisco
- 34 Igão
- 21 D. Bobadilla
- 25 Alisson
- 50 Young
- 45 Lucas Ferreira
- 37 Henrique
- 23 Rafael
Timeline
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37' Botafogo Goal · Normal GoalJ. Savarino · Assist: Igor Jesus
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60' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 1Off: Igor Vinicius · On: M. Araújo
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63' Sao Paulo Goal · Normal GoalWilliam Gomes
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68' Botafogo subst · Substitution 1Off: Marlon Freitas · On: Allan
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68' Botafogo subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Savarino · On: Matheus Martins
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81' Botafogo subst · Substitution 3Off: Igor Jesus · On: Tiquinho Soares
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81' Botafogo subst · Substitution 4Off: T. Almada · On: Tchê Tchê
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82' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 2Off: André Silva · On: Joao Moreira
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82' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 3Off: Marcos Antonio · On: Rodrigo
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90'+1 Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 5Off: Ruan · On: Igão
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90'+1 Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 4Off: William Gomes · On: Ryan Francisco
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90'+2 Botafogo Goal · Normal GoalGregore
Match Stats
| Stat | Botafogo | Sao Paulo |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 8 | 3 |
| Pass Accuracy | 92% | 91% |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 17 | 5 |
| Corners | 3 | 0 |
| Total Passes | 504 | 600 |
| Yellow Cards | — | — |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 1 |
| xG | 1.88 | 0.32 |
| Shots off Target | 8 | 3 |
| Possession | 46% | 54% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 466 | 544 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 1 |
| Saves | 0 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 7 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ J. Savarino's early goal put Botafogo ahead, giving them an initial advantage before halftime.
- ▸ William Gomes' equalizing strike brought Sao Paulo back into the game and leveled the match in the second half.
- ▸ Gregore's late stoppage time goal was crucial as it sealed a vital win for Botafogo against their Serie A opponents.