In a riveting match at the Nilton Santos Stadium, the home team delivered a strong performance against Grêmio, showcasing both individual brilliance and cohesive teamwork. The match concluded with a victory for Botafogo, much to the delight of the fans.
Léo Linck had a shaky start, missing the opportunity to prevent the first goal but rebounded with a critical save shortly after, earning him a rating of 5.0. Vitinho performed adequately, contributing defensively but did not make significant offensive strides, resulting in a score of 5.5.
Defender Alexander Barboza was solid, displaying his usual strength on the field but struggled with the two goals that came from attacks on his flank, garnering another 5.0 rating. On the other hand, David Ricardo shined with a score of 7.5, executing key cuts and providing an assist, demonstrating remarkable positioning.
Cuiabano stood out as the star player of the match, securing a score of 8.5 thanks to one goal and a series of impressive offensive maneuvers, especially against his former club, Grêmio. Marlon Freitas exhibited excellent vision in the first half, making great passes and taking a dangerous shot, earning him a rating of 7.0.
Danilo also contributed significantly, with a score of 7.5, showcasing exceptional play until his injury, coupled with an assist. Savarino had moments of excitement with a shot hitting the crossbar but fell short in consistency, reflecting a rating of 5.5.
Artur was another highlight, rated at 8.5 for his outstanding performance, including a goal and pivotal involvement in crucial plays. Joaquín Correa struggled to make an impact with a rating of just 5.0, while Kadir, who was well-marked, received a 5.5 for his efforts to create spaces.
Newton displayed decent form with a score of 6.0, balancing defense and playmaking, while Jordan Barrera injected fresh energy into the attack with a rating of 6.0. Arthur Cabral fought hard and nearly scored with a header, also reflecting a 6.0 rating.
Álvaro Montoro contributed to the team’s success by providing quality from set-pieces, earning a score of 6.5. Marçal made a telling impact shortly after entering the match, scoring an important goal despite being involved in the defensive lapse for Grêmio’s third goal, resulting in a rating of 7.5.
Overall, Davide Ancelotti’s strategic substitutions and game management were noted as key factors in Botafogo’s transition play and overall improvement on the field, earning him a 7.0. The victory against Grêmio showcased the team’s depth and adaptability, promising a bright outlook for their upcoming fixtures as they aim to continue building on their recent successes.