🛩️ Botafogo flight to São Paulo delayed by technical issue before take-off | OneFootball

Botafogo's logistics for the classic match against Palmeiras, in the seventh round of the Brasileirão, underwent a drastic change after a scare on the night of Tuesday (17).

The aircraft that was supposed to transport the delegation experienced a technical problem shortly before taking off from Galeão Airport in Rio de Janeiro.

The detected defect forced the immediate cancellation of the takeoff.

Forward Artur summed up the group's feelings by posting the word "deliverance" on his social media, showing relief that the problem was identified while the plane was still on the ground.

Due to the unforeseen event, the players and Martín Anselmi's coaching staff had to leave the airport to have dinner and follow the nutritional schedule.

The flight, initially scheduled for the early morning, was rescheduled for late Wednesday morning (18), reducing the team's rest time in São Paulo before the game.

Despite the off-field setback, the Glorioso arrives at Allianz Parque with important reinforcements.

Left-back Marçal and midfielder Santi are back in the squad after being out for over a month due to injury.

Given the recent failures of Neto and Léo Linck, Anselmi is expected to promote Raul as the starting goalkeeper for the alvinegra team.

Midfielder Danilo returns to Allianz after three years, amid rumors of interest from Palmeiras.

Recently, John Textor reportedly blocked an attempt by the Alviverde to bring the player back.

Where to watch?

Palmeiras and Botafogo face off at 7 PM this Wednesday (18).

The match will be broadcast live on Sportv and Premiere, and you can follow all the plays and statistics here on OneFootball.

Photo: Reproduction/X

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.