Botafogo-SP grab late draw, still in Série B relegation danger | OneFootball

This Thursday, at Estádio Santa Cruz in Ribeirão Preto, Botafogo-SP couldn't capitalize on their home advantage and only managed a draw against Operário-PR with a score of 1 to 1, in a match valid for the 27th round of the Série B of the Brazilian Championship.

The goal for Fantasma came in the added time of the first half, with a shot from Daniel Amorim that deflected off Carlos Eduardo and deceived goalkeeper Victor Souza. However, the team from São Paulo equalized at the end of the second half, with a goal from Jefferson Nem.

Standings Situation

With the home draw, Botafogo-SP remains threatened by the relegation zone and misses the chance to extend their lead over the Z4, staying in 16th position with 29 points – two more than América-MG, which opens the relegation zone. Meanwhile, Operário-PR remains in 12th place with 36 points.

📋 Match Summary

⚪ Botafogo-SP 1 x 1 Operário-PR ⚫ 🏆 Competition: Brazilian Championship Série B – 27th round 🏟️ Venue: Estádio Santa Cruz, in Ribeirão Preto 📅 Date: September 18, 2025 (Thursday) ⏰ Time: 9:30 PM (Brasília time)

Goals ⚽ Daniel Amorim, at 46’ of the 1st half (Operário-PR) ⚽ Jefferson Nem, at 43′ of the 2nd half (Botafogo-SP)

How was the match?

Operário dominated the first half and created the main chances. Rodrigo Rodrigues and Pedro Vilhena threatened early on, while Neto Paraíba and Daniel Amorim forced Victor Souza into action. The visitors' persistence paid off at 46 minutes, when Daniel Amorim took a shot from outside the box, which deflected off Carlos Eduardo to score the only goal of the first half.

After the break, Botafogo-SP tried to react. Guilherme Queiróz and Marquinho had good opportunities but were stopped by the strong Paraná defense and goalkeeper Elias's saves. The Tricolor even found the net, but the goal was disallowed for offside.

However, at 43 minutes, the equalizer for the São Paulo team finally came. After a cross-shot from Jhony Douglas, the ball was left for striker Jefferson Nem, who took advantage of the defensive lapse, quickly controlled it, and fired with power to level the score at Santa Cruz.

Upcoming Matches

⚪ Botafogo-SP Visits CRB next Wednesday (24th) at Estádio Rei Pelé, at 7 PM (Brasília time), for the 28th round of Série B.

⚫ Operário-PR Hosts Amazonas next Wednesday (24th) at Estádio Germano Kruger, at 8 PM (Brasília time), for the 28th round of Série B.

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