Berrío recalls ‘humiliating’ dribble in Flamengo v Botafogo clash

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·15 Oktober 2025

Berrío recalls ‘humiliating’ dribble in Flamengo v Botafogo clash

What Did Berrío Do in the Flamengo vs. Botafogo Match in the 2017 Copa do Brasil?

Rival teams from Rio, Flamengo and Botafogo are the protagonists of one of the main classics in Brazilian football. The rivalry is marked by important duels, such as the semifinal of the Copa do Brasil 2017. A highlight of the confrontation, Orlando Berrío recalled the 'genius' play that secured Mengão's qualification.

It was a play that I practiced a lot in training. I didn't do it, let's say, to take out an opponent in this way, but for a change of direction. It wasn't a play that came out of nowhere, but I can't say it was a play I did all the time in that way either. Many people said, "wow, you'll never do that again in your life." I did it, but in a different way. At the moment of the play, in milliseconds, a football player has to have imagination. Some people still say, "that goal you scored against Botafogo." And I tell the truth, I didn't score the goal. Once I asked someone why they said that, and the guy said, "what you did, to me, was the goal. It was half a goal." I was lucky that Diego helped me by finishing that goal. Being part of and staying in such an unforgettable moment, especially with Flamengo fans. Everyone knows the affection and love I have for the club,” said Berrío in an interview with 'GE'.

How Was the Play?

Flamengo and Botafogo faced each other in the semifinal of the Copa do Brasil 2017. After a 0-0 draw in the first leg, the rivals met again at Maracanã on August 23. On that occasion, the Rubro-Negro won 1-0, with a goal by Diego Ribas, securing a spot in the final.

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Diego Ribas' goal came after a brilliant play by Orlando Berrío. Starting in the classic, the Colombian received the ball on the right wing, at the 25th minute of the second half, and performed a backheel dribble on Victor Luís, Botafogo's full-back at the time.

Recall Berrío's Play:

Gol de Diego Ribas contra o Botafogo na Copa do Brasil 2017. Jogadaça do Berrío. 🤩💥 Nostálgico!
– Rabu, 30 April 2025

What Was Berrío's Trajectory at Flamengo?

Orlando Berrío joined Flamengo in January 2017, after the Rubro-Negro paid around R$ 11 million to Atlético Nacional (COL). In total, the forward played 81 matches wearing the Flamengo jersey and scored seven goals. Additionally, he won seven titles, including the Libertadores and the Brasileirão in 2019.

When Do Flamengo and Botafogo Face Each Other?

With Orlando Berrío watching only as a fan, Flamengo will face Botafogo again this Wednesday (15). The classic takes place at 7:30 PM (Brasília time), at the Nilton Santos Stadium, for the 28th round of the Brasileirão.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best internet coverage through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Cazé TV (YouTube), Record (open channel), and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Flamengo vs. Botafogo match.

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