Arthur Cabral is finally a Botafogo player. He joined the team just two days before their big debut in the Club World Cup. Cabral used to play for Benfica, but now he’s back in Brazilian football. He said he chose Botafogo because of their great project and the chance to win titles.
Cabral wants to keep scoring goals. He’s 27 and has always been a top scorer. He doesn’t think he’s replacing anyone, even though Igor Jesus might leave for Nottingham Forest soon. Cabral is excited to play for Botafogo and wants to make the team and their fans proud.
Renato Paiva, the team’s coach, contacted Cabral before the deal was made. But Cabral didn’t see the message for a week. He was too busy with his trip after the season ended. When he finally saw the message, he was embarrassed that he hadn’t responded sooner. Paiva understood, though.
Cabral said Paiva told him he wanted a player with his skills. Paiva had been watching him for a long time, even when he played for Basileia. Cabral is happy to be at Botafogo and is looking forward to playing in the Club World Cup.
The team’s first game is against the Seattle Sounders. Then they’ll face tough teams like PSG and Atlético de Madrid. Cabral knows they have to win their first game to achieve their goals. Botafogo paid 12 million euros to get Cabral from Benfica.
Key Facts:
- Arthur Cabral joined Botafogo from Benfica.
- He chose Botafogo for their project and chance to win titles.
- Cabral wants to keep scoring goals and make the team proud.
- Renato Paiva contacted Cabral before the deal was made.
- Botafogo paid 12 million euros for Cabral.