See the situation that led to the red card in the player above.
It is for the first time that Botafogo wins the Copa Libertadores and the scenes of joy during the night towards Sunday, Swedish time, were telling.
After a 3-1 win against Atletico Mineiro in the final, both fans and players got to celebrate big.
– It has been a dream since I was little, says Jefferson Savarino, midfielder in Botafogo according to AP.
But the final began dramatically.
Botafogo midfielder Gregore hit opponents Fausto Vera in the head with his studs and was shown the red card after 30 seconds.
Despite being one man short, they managed to take a 2-0 lead in the first half – and then win the game 3-1.
– It’s a feeling that I can’t find words to describe, says Bastos.
Botafogo is also tableless in the Brazilian top league.