Vitória beats Botafogo to escape relegation in Brazilian Women's League

After a 57‑day hiatus, the Campeonato Brasileiro Feminino resumed on Friday, 17 July, at the Barradão in Salvador. Vitória defeated Botafogo 2‑0, with a first‑half goal set up by midfielder Lany for forward Pipoca and a second‑half winner after Vik Moura’s involvement allowed Joicy Garcez to score. The victory lifted Vitória out of the relegation zone into 16th place with six points, ahead of América‑MG on goal difference, while Botafogo remained last with five points. The match had been postponed multiple times—originally scheduled for 22 April, then 31 May, and later delayed again—after a gastro‑intestinal illness affected 16 members of Botafogo’s delegation. The win also secured Vitória’s first league victory of the 2026 season. Vitória’s next fixture is against league leaders Corinthians on 26 July at Parque São Jorge, São Paulo, broadcast live on TV Brasil.