In the 34th round of the Brasileirao, held at the Engenhão Stadium, Botafogo showcased their dominance with a stunning 3-2 win against Sport Recife. Kadir Barría was the star of the match, scoring twice and sealing the victory with a dramatic last-minute goal. The match saw Artur also find the net in the 30th minute, while Sport Recife’s goals came from Léo Pereira and Rafael Thyere in the first half.
Despite facing a tough competition, Davide Ancelotti’s team displayed resilience, overturning the score after being equalized at 1-1 and 2-2. Barría’s defining moment came in the final minutes as he curled a beautiful shot from the semicircle into the left corner, assisted by Danilo.
Kadir Barría was undoubtedly the standout player, demonstrating exceptional skill with two goals and three shots on target. Léo Pereira put in a commendable performance for Sport Recife, scoring one goal and attempting six shots.
Botafogo’s strategist, Davide Ancelotti, set up his squad in a 4-5-1 formation with Léo Linck in goal; Vitinho, Alexander Barboza, David Ricardo, and Alex Telles in defense; and a midfield comprising Danilo, Marlon Freitas, Artur, Jefferson Savarino, and Jeffinho, with Chris Ramos leading the attack.
On the other hand, Sport Recife, managed by César Lucena, opted for a similar 4-5-1 formation, featuring Gabriel Vasconcelos in goal, with Aderlan, Rafael Thyere, Luan Cândido, and Igor Cariús forming the back line; and Christian Rivera, Lucas Kal, Matheusinho, Lucas Lima, and Léo Pereira in midfield, supported by Pablo up front.
The match was officiated by Bruno Pereira Vasconcelos at the Engenhão Stadium.
Looking ahead, Botafogo will host Grêmio in their next match, while Sport Recife will face Vitória at home.
This result leaves Botafogo with 55 points in the standings, placing them fifth, while Sport Recife remains at the bottom of the table with just 17 points.
Botafogo Substitutions
38’ 1T – Chris Ramos was replaced by Kadir Barría
45’ 2T – Jeffinho substituted by Jordan Barrera and Vitinho replaced by Mateo Ponte
66’ 2T – Alex Telles off for Cuiabano, Matheusinho for Hyoran, and Lucas Kal for Sérgio Oliveira
77’ 2T – Jefferson Savarino off for Álvaro Montoro and Pablo substituted by Romarinho
Yellow Cards for Botafogo:
23’ 1T Alex Telles (Unsportsmanlike conduct), 50’ 2T Kadir Barría (Removing shirt), 51’ 2T Davide Ancelotti (Entering the field without referee’s permission)
Sport Recife Substitutions
89’ 2T – Lucas Lima replaced by Chrystian Barletta and Léo Pereira off for Kevyson
Yellow Cards for Sport Recife:
15’ 2T Lucas Kal (Holding an opponent to prevent advancement), 17’ 2T Gabriel Vasconcelos (Delaying the game), 37’ 2T Aderlan (Delaying the game), and 40’ 2T Igor Cariús (Delaying the game)