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Mirassol and Botafogo Draw 0-0 in Dismal Match as Top-Four Race Tightens

Attention now shifts to a home clássico against Vasco that will test Botafogo’s response.

Overview

  • Coverage labeled the contest one of the season’s poorest, with pervasive technical errors and scarce chances.
  • Mirassol reached 56 points in fourth place and preserved its home unbeaten run, while Botafogo stayed on 48 in sixth under Libertadores pressure.
  • Botafogo finished with under 40% possession and took more than an hour to produce a shot on target, and Chico da Costa hit the post for the hosts.
  • Defender Alexander Barboza said the team defended well but struggled with decisions and passing in attack.
  • O Globo reported mounting scrutiny of coach Davide Ancelotti and board concern over recurring muscular injuries, with Botafogo hosting Vasco on Wednesday.