John Textor lifts the Copa Libertadores with Botafogo (Photo by Luis ROBAYO / AFP)
Saturday evening, Botafogo did not fail against Atlético Mineiro (3-1) and won its first Copa Libertadores. On loan from OL, Adryelson played the entire final.
John Weaver succeeded in his bet. If he is criticized in Lyon, the American could well have his statue soon on the Brazilian side. Having bought back Botafogo in the second division, the boss of Eagle Football brought the Carioca club back to the forefront and not just a little. After the rise in Brazilian D1, the Rio de Janeiro team has been on the roof of the South American continent since Saturday evening. In the final of the Copa Libertadores, she left only crumbsAtlético Mineiro and won the first continental title in its history (3-1). Already praised by the club's supporters, John Textor will certainly see his popularity reach its peak, especially since Botafogo is more than ever in the running for a double with the championship.
The Club World Cup next summer
Saturday evening, the American could have a smile at the Monumental in Buenos Aires. Despite a start to the match that could have turned into a nightmare with a red card in the 10th minute, Botafogo showed chilling realism in this finale. The teammates ofAdryelsonstarter for this meeting, only scored three shots in 90 minutes. Result ? Three goals and a break made at the break despite the numerical inferiority. Luiz Henrique (37th) and Axel Telles (44th from the penalty spot) showered their opponents and capsized their supporters.
Eduardo's score reduction Woe upon returning from the locker room logically raised doubts and pushed for an attack – defense, but Botafogo held on and Junior Santos hit the nail on the head in the 97th minute. Crowned South American champion, the Brazilian club will compete in the Club World Cup next summer. Enough to call into question the future of Thiago Almadaannounced to OL this winter, for example?
