Botafogo beats Cruzeiro to climb to 7th in Brazil Serie A
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas defeated Cruzeiro Esporte Clube 1‑0 at the Mineirão on 26 July 2026, ending a ten‑year away‑win drought against the Minas Gerais side. The victory, secured by a goal from young defender Justino, lifted Botafogo to seventh place in the Campeonato Brasileiro with 29 points.
Coach Franclim Carvalho praised the contribution of academy graduates, highlighting the performances of Justino, midfielder Huguinho and other youngsters. The win also moved Botafogo closer to the Libertadores qualification zone.
Cruzeiro, now 11th with 27 points, saw coach Artur Jorge call for immediate reinforcements, citing injuries and the need for new signings. The match was part of a broader season in which Botafogo has recorded 34 goals, conceded 32, used 16 different scorers and holds the second‑best attack in the league.
Entities: Artur Jorge · Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas · Cruzeiro Esporte Clube · Franclim Carvalho · Justino
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Botafogo ended a ten‑year away win drought against Cruzeiro in Belo Horizonte. (article 1)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Botafogo has scored 34 goals and conceded 32 this season, using 16 different scorers. (article 1)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Coach Franclim Carvalho highlighted the importance of youth players in the victory. (article 3)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Goal was scored by young defender Justino. (article 3)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Botafogo defeated Cruzeiro 1‑0 at the Mineirão on 26 July 2026. (all articles)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Cruzeiro coach Artur Jorge said the team needs new reinforcements. (article 2)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The win moved Botafogo to seventh place in the league with 29 points. (article 3)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Cruzeiro sits 11th with 27 points after the loss. (article 2)