Goals from Igor Jesus secure the three points and the top spot for Fogão.
Botafogo is back at the top of the Brasileirão table! In a match from the 25th round, held on Thursday (31) at the Estádio Nilton Santos, the Alvinegro defeated Fortaleza 2-0. With a solid performance, Igor Jesus’s two goals in the second half were crucial for securing the three points and restoring Botafogo’s lead in the league. For the latest live sport scores, check the updates from this exciting match.
The game began evenly, with Botafogo controlling possession and Fortaleza relying on quick counter-attacks. The Carioca team created the better chances in the first half, with Luiz Henrique and Almada leading the plays. Igor Jesus missed a great opportunity with a header that went wide in the small area, and a penalty awarded to Botafogo was correctly overturned by VAR after review. In the second half, Botafogo came out more aggressive, and in the 30th minute, they finally took the lead. After a great pass from Barboza, Igor Jesus controlled the ball on his chest and fired a precise shot to make it 1-0. In stoppage time, at the 46th minute, the striker was again involved in a fast break, dribbling past goalkeeper João Ricardo to double the score.
With the win, Botafogo reached 50 points and reclaimed the top spot, while Fortaleza remains with 48 points, now in second place. Both teams will be back in action on September 14, after the international break, for the 26th round of the Brasileirão. Botafogo will face Corinthians at Nilton Santos, while Fortaleza will play Athletico-PR at Ligga Arena. For the latest updates, check BB Score.
