Standout star preserves Botafogo's point | OneFootball

Gabriel Batista set the tone in the first minute with a flying save from distance, underpinning Botafogo's 1-1 draw with RB Bragantino at the Nilton Santos.

That early stop was followed by another sharp intervention as he palmed away a close-range header (18.). The Fogão goalkeeper kept his angles tight and refused to be drawn, reading the flight of crosses and shots alike.

After the restart he tipped a central header around the post (53.). He then got down to a skidding effort from range (63.), before parrying a rising strike from the left (71.). Late on, he stayed big to block a low attempt from José Herrera (90.).

He finished with eight saves, including four from inside the box, as Braga registered eight shots on target. His distribution was calm too, with quick throws releasing Glorioso out of pressure and resetting possession.

With Massa Bruta reduced to ten men (44.), his command of the area ensured Botafogo controlled the key phases and could build back into the game without panic.

Glorioso host Grêmio next, while Massa Bruta visit Flamengo.