But Peixe only started to have more presence in the attack when Botafogo lost its physical impetus and made the changes (Eduardo and Tiquinho’s departure, for example).
Botafogo had the main chance of the final stage, when he forced Messias to clear a header over the line.
But the game took on a more dramatic air in the final 15 minutes of the second half, with Peixe more desperate in search of the goal, at the same time that the home team wasted crucial passes close to the area. Some players abused long shots when there were better options nearby.
When it seemed that Botafogo had controlled the situation, more frustration came. From Peixe’s point of view, the saving goal that avoided another defeat. Messiah, head on, decreed equality and left Nilton Santos astonished. The Santos minority, who arrived late, celebrated at the end.
Other important moves
Cut, cut and hit! Júnior Santos received the ball at the edge of the area, took away the Santos markers and hit low. João Paulo remained static, but it was lucky for the goalkeeper that the ball went to the left of the goal, 20 minutes into the first half.
2023-11-27 01:07:15
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