Botafogo youngster apologises after red card in defeat to Vasco

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·9 February 2026

Botafogo youngster apologises after red card in defeat to Vasco

Sent off in the last match of the Taça Guanabara against Vasco, Marquinhos took to social media to apologize. The 18-year-old player received two yellow cards and left Botafogo one man down still in the first half of the classic match.

“Black-and-white fans, I apologize from the bottom of my heart for the sending off in today's game. Playing a classic match wearing the Botafogo jersey is something I've dreamed of for a long time, and my excess of will made me make a mistake,” said the player.

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The athlete also apologized to the technical staff, his teammates, and the Botafogo fans.

“I ask forgiveness from the technical staff, my teammates, and all the fans. The lesson is learned, and now I will continue working with all my strength to represent Botafogo in the best possible way,” concluded Marquinhos.

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