Botafogo began his right foot his walk at the Club World Cup. In the early hours of Monday (16), the Rio team beat Seattle Sounders 2-1 at Lumen Field in the United States for the first round of the competition.
Despite the good first half and the advantage built with goals from Jair and Igor Jesus, Alvinegro suffered pressure in the final stage and saw the home owners almost tied.
The start of the game was moved, with Seattle threatening in quick plays. Even so, the first clear chance was from Botafogo, nine minutes, when Igor Jesus finished, but Kim blocked the kick. Then goalkeeper Frei saved the Americans twice, in submissions of Alex Telles and the 99th shirt of the Brazilian team.
The goal that opened the scoring came out after 27 minutes. After unnecessary lack of Nouhou in Arthur, Alex Telles crossed to the extent, and Jair headed firm to score the first goal of his career. The advantage increased shortly thereafter, when Vitinho crossed accurately, and Igor Jesus appeared among the defenders to make 2-0 even before the break.
On the way back, the almost killed the game. Arthur ripped in the middle and hit the trivela, forcing Friar to spread. In rebound, Vitinho sent over. Seattle’s response was immediate. Jesús Ferreira left Kent face to face with John, who defended the kick. In the left, the Americans missed a new opportunity, but the bid was interrupted by impediment.
Seattle’s goal came out 29 minutes into the second half. After a free kick and confusion in the area, Rothrock crossed, Roladn headed, the ball deflected in Igor Jesus and killed goalkeeper John in the play to discount.
The home team got excited and almost tied shortly after, again with Rolón from the top. In the final stretch, still saw La Vega drill a clear chance in the small area. In additions, the glorious almost made the third. Tucu Correa made a table, invaded the area, kicked cross and goalkeeper Frei defended with his feet. In the last move, after confusion by the ball in the area, by La Vega finishes and John argues to avoid the draw. Victory guarantees the first three points for Botafogo in the group and relieves the pressure before the next commitment in the World Cup.
Next Games
The return to the field on Thursday (19), at 22h (Brasilia). On the same day, at 19h, Seattle Sounders faces Atletico Madrid.
