José Kadir, 18, Wins It at the Death as Botafogo Rallies Past Sport 3-2

Overview

• Brought on for the injured Chris Ramos, Kadir equalized and then smashed a stoppage-time winner after two assists from Danilo.
• The result moved Botafogo to fifth place on 55 points, while last-placed Sport remained on 17 after already being relegated.
• Kadir’s brace came in just his third senior appearance and marked his first two goals as a professional.
• Signed from Panama in September 2024, he trained and played with the under-20s until turning 18 in June before joining the senior squad.
• Reports cite a €50 million release clause as coach Davide Ancelotti praised the club’s youth pathway, with Botafogo hosting Grêmio next.