Botafogo has successfully secured a place in the final of the Rio U-20 Championship, continuing their quest for a third consecutive title. On Friday, November 4, at the Nilton Santos Annex, the team, known as #CriasGloriosas, triumphed over Real Heips with a decisive 3-0 victory. The goals for Botafogo were scored by Bya, who netted two, and Leticia, contributing to the team's impressive performance.
This win marks Botafogo's fourth consecutive victory in the tournament, leaving them unbeaten with a total of 12 points. They currently lead the competition, boasting the best offensive record with 32 goals scored and a strong defensive showing, having conceded only three goals throughout the tournament. In their upcoming match, they will face Fluminense, which will serve as the final round of the group stage.
Bya, who has emerged as the team's top scorer with seven goals in the tournament, expressed her gratitude following the match. "First, I want to thank God and my teammates for what we’ve done so far. We’ll keep working hard to reach the final and win this title. Alex gave us confidence, said we could achieve this goal, and we believed it too," she stated, highlighting the team's unity and determination.
Team coach Alexander Alves also praised the squad's efforts, emphasizing the hard work that led them to this point. "I’m very happy that the girls earned this spot with excellence. We set a goal and achieved it successfully. The credit goes to them, to the work, to the day-to-day dedication. Now we keep working; we still have Fluminense in the final round and then the final. We want to arrive even better prepared to achieve what we’re aiming for," Alves remarked.
As Botafogo prepares for their final group stage match against Fluminense, they remain focused on their ultimate goal of winning the championship. The anticipation builds as they await the final round to determine their opponent for the championship decider. With their current form and determination, Botafogo is poised to make a significant impact as they aim for another title in the Rio U-20 Championship.
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