John Textor ended the evening in tears. Saturday evening, Botafogo won the Copa Libertadores final against Atlético Mineiro (3-1), at the Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires (Argentina). The Brazilian club, which belongs to John Textor, was crowned South American champion for the first time in a match full of twists and turns. Indeed, the Rio de Janeiro club played the entire match with ten men following a red card received after a lunar tackle in the 30th second of play.
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“It was so hard to see that red card, and we only wanted to play 11 versus 11. I was right behind the goal, I saw everything that was happening almost in slow motion. It was electric. It was an incredible moment until the last goal, from Júnior Santos (…) Everything happened very quickly. They said we weren't mentally strong, and our boys proved otherwise. They were wrong. I am very proud”reacted the president of OL, in tears after this crazy success.
Botafogo goes aider the OL
Botafogo, bought by John Textor in 2022 after being relegated to the second division, was able to celebrate all evening with its American president. With this performance, Botafogo is guaranteed to receive the 21 million euros promised to the winner. And as soon as the final whistle blew, John Textor did not fail to stroll with the check on the stadium lawn. Botafogo will also receive 50 million euros for its qualification for the FIFA Club World Cup, obtained thanks to this Copa Libertadores.
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A lot of good news for Olympique Lyonnais since this influx of money could allow the Rhone club to get back into the DNCG. “We have a unique model, we are a broad organization, and it is important to realize that all our clubs contribute to it. This year, Botafogo will have to replenish OL's coffers.explained Textor. And the sum could even be higher since this success could be followed by the title of Champion of Brazil. Leading the championship with two days remaining, Botafogo can dream of a double.
Pub. the 01/12/2024 09:46
– UPDATE 01/12/2024 09:54
