Botafogo’s 3-2 win over Estudiantes was a nail-biter, with the Brazilian side coming from behind twice to secure all three points. Rwan Cruz and Igor Jesus gave Botafogo a 2-0 lead, but Estudiantes fought back, with Palacios scoring twice to level the score at 2-2.
Thrilling Comeback
The match was intense, with Botafogo’s Artur scoring a crucial goal in the 85th minute to seal the win. Estudiantes had been threatening throughout, and it wasn’t until the final whistle that Botafogo’s fans could breathe a sigh of relief. The win puts Botafogo third in Group A with nine points, level with Estudiantes.
In other Libertadores news, São Paulo secured a spot in the round of 16 despite a 1-1 draw against Libertad. The Brazilian side was down a man after Alisson was red-carded in the 16th minute, but Lucca, a 17-year-old substitute, scored the equalizer in the 90th minute.
Young Star Emerges
Lucca’s goal was a crucial one, as it kept São Paulo top of Group D with 11 points. Libertad is second with eight points. The youngster’s performance has drawn praise, with many hailing him as a rising star in Brazilian football.
🪄✨ #AMagiaAcontece quando você sai do banco para se tornar o mais jovem na história a marcar pelo @SaoPauloFC na CONMEBOL #Libertadores: Lucca, 17 anos 👏@CocaCola_Br pic.twitter.com/ptE7stDzil
— CONMEBOL Libertadores (@LibertadoresBR) May 15, 2025
The Libertadores continues to deliver exciting matches, with teams fighting hard for a spot in the next round.