Botafogo U-20 defeats Audax 4-1 in Campeonato Paulista

Botafogo's Under-20 team secured a 4-1 victory against Audax in the first leg of the Campeonato Paulista second-phase knockout stage. The match, held at the Botafogo Academy, saw Kauã Freire open the scoring for the Tricolor in the 18th minute.

During the match, both Michelangelo and Kauan from Audax received red cards, leaving the opposing team with nine players. Penha added a second goal for Botafogo following a rebound, while Audax managed a late consolation goal through Luva.

With this result, Botafogo advances to the round of 16 if they lose the second leg by no more than two goals. The return match is scheduled for Saturday, the 26th, at Estádio José Liberatti in Osasco.