Flamengo Advances With Victory Over Botafogo-PB
Flamengo Advances in the Copa do Brasil after an impressive victory over Botafogo-PB in the second leg of the Third Phase, held at Maracanã.
Flamengo, who showed absolute control of possession and an intense performance, scored four goals, with Danilo, Pedro, Varela and Cebolinha standing out.
In this article, we will explore the main moments of the match, the strategies used by Mengão and the reaction of Botafogo-PB, who, despite the defeat, managed to score two goals.
The Rio de Janeiro team's performance was decisive in securing qualification for the round of 16 of the competition.
Flamengo advances to the Round of 16 with victory over Botafogo-PB
In the Wednesday, 21st, the Flemish secured their place in the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil by beating Botafogo-PB 4-2 in a decisive match at the iconic Maracanã.
The duel marked the second leg of the Third Phase of the competition and revealed a Rubro-Negro team that dominated from the opening whistle, even with a mixed lineup and a smaller crowd than usual.
On the field, the team led by Filipe Luís controlled possession, showed intensity in their plays and gave the Paraíba team no chances in the first half.
With goals from Danilo, Pedro, Varela and Cebolinha, the Flemish built a solid lead before half-time, allowing them to manage the result without any scares.
Already the Botafogo-PB reacted with two goals, but was unable to threaten the Rio de Janeiro classification.
With the victory, Mengão confirms its strength at home and remains firm in its pursuit of the national title.
Varela's goal at 21'
To the 21 minutes into the first half, a brilliant move between two Flamengo players resulted in the team's third goal.
From the left, Ayrton Lucas He advanced with speed and precision, finding space to raise his head and make a millimeter-perfect cross into the area.
The ball crossed the Botafogo-PB defense and found Varela, which came from behind at speed.
The right-back demonstrated precision and composure when he hit a cross shot that was unstoppable for the opposing goalkeeper.
This moment of offensive harmony highlighted Flamengo's dominance in the match, increasing their advantage in decisive duel against Botafogo-PB for the Copa do Brasil.
Cebolinha's Headbutt at the Start of the Second Half
Right after the break, the Flemish returned with intensity and surprised Botafogo-PB defensively.
In a play orchestrated on the right side, Varela inverted his usual role as a finisher and took on the leading role in the build-up.
As he advanced down the wing, he controlled the ball with precision and performed a millimeter crossing that found Scallion perfectly positioned in the area.
The striker rose at the right time and, with a firm header, put the ball in the back of the net, scoring the fourth red-black goal.
As highlighted in the analysis of the Tupi FM website, the play consolidated the Rio team's dominance at the start of the second half.
Goal by Henrique Dourado at 35′
Even under strong pressure from Flamengo and with the score at a disadvantage, Botafogo-PB managed to reduce the difference in the first half.
To the 35 minutes, in a rare attacking break, Henrique Dourado took advantage of a positioning error by the red-black defense and didn't waste it: he controlled the ball with class and shot across goal, beating the goalkeeper.
The goal of the Henry Dourado, also known as Ceifador, former striker of Flamengo itself, stood out not only for its symbolic weight — the famous “ex law” — but also for its technical execution, which showed the opportunism of the Belo center forward in Maracanã.
Second Goal with Rodrigo Alves at 29' of the Second Half
The goal that reduced Flamengo's lead came after a corner kick from the right.
To the 29 minutes in the second half, the red-black defense partially cleared the cross, but the ball was left clean at the edge of the area for Rodrigo Alves.
Without thinking twice, the player added a powerful kick first time, hitting the goalkeeper's left corner with precision.
The beautiful goal caused a reaction in the stands and put pressure on the home team for a few minutes.
The movement of Botafogo-PB's number 23 was crucial to taking advantage of the rebound, highlighting his quick reading of the play and his ability to finish from mid-range.
Possession and Control Management in the Final Minutes
In the final minutes of the match against Botafogo-PB for the Copa do Brasil, Flamengo demonstrated remarkable strategic control in managing the ball possession with intelligence and precision.
With a comfortable lead on the scoreboard, the team adopted a cautious approach, avoiding unnecessary exposure and preventing the opponent from growing in the game.
Instead of seeking a rout, the players began to value each play, demonstrating tactical maturity in conducting the game. game rhythm.
This approach served to cool down Botafogo-PB's reaction, which was still looking for a possible comeback.
Taking advantage of their technical superiority, the team kept the ball away from their defensive area, becoming absolute masters of the action on the field.
This dominance can be observed through some essential tactical actions:
- Constant exchange of short passes, making it difficult for the opponent to mark
- Using the full-backs to widen the field and create space
- Controlled recoil of the attacking line to compact the team and reduce the rival's options
This control allowed Flamengo to safely secure qualification, maintaining the advantage without taking unnecessary risks. as recorded in the ge coverage.
Flamengo Advances with the victory, consolidating itself as a strong competitor in the Copa do Brasil.
The team demonstrated skill and control throughout the game, securing a place in the round of 16.
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