Overview
- Artur’s lightning-quick goal in the opening 15 seconds gave Botafogo a rare early lead and remains one of the fastest in Copa Libertadores history.
- Liga de Quito controlled possession and outshot the hosts but squandered several clear chances to level the tie.
- Botafogo started five new signings, including Arthur Cabral and Danilo, under the coaching of Davide Ancelotti.
- Match reports conflicted on whether Davide Ancelotti or Cláudio Caçapa was the team’s on-field commander during the first leg.
- The return match is set for August 21 at Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado, where Liga de Quito must win to force extra time or penalties.