Botafogo FR produced a sharp second-half turnaround to beat CR Vasco da Gama 2–1 on matchday 10 of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, overturning a one-goal deficit in a lively clássico.
After a tight first half that featured few decisive moments but did bring a yellow card for Vasco defender Alan Saldivia on 41 minutes, the game opened up after the interval. Botafogo coach turned to his bench early, introducing Caio Roque for Alex Telles at half-time in a move that would later prove crucial.
Vasco broke the deadlock in the 61st minute. David finished clinically to make it 1–0, capitalising on good work from José Rodríguez, who supplied the assist. The goal briefly put the hosts in control and sent the home side in front in this Série A clash.
Botafogo responded almost immediately. On 66 minutes, substitute Caio Roque crossed for fellow replacement Lucas Villalba, who converted to level the score at 1–1 and shift the momentum towards the visitors.
The comeback was completed in the 79th minute. Another impact substitute, Alvaro Montoro, set up Matheus Martins, who fired past the Vasco goalkeeper to give Botafogo a 2–1 lead that they would not relinquish.
Botafogo’s aggressive approach brought a flurry of yellow cards, with Júnior Santos, Nahuel Ferraresi, Edenilson and Raul all cautioned over the 90 minutes. Vasco used their bench in search of an equaliser, bringing on Marino Hinestroza, Nuno Moreira and Claudio Spinelli, but the hosts could not break down a resolute Botafogo side in the closing stages.
With limited official data available beyond goals, bookings and substitutions, further match statistics and detailed minute-by-minute events have not been released. The result nonetheless marks an important away victory for Botafogo in the regular season, while Vasco are left to reflect on a lead lost in the final half-hour.
Full match details: Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo.
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