In a thrilling Campeonato Brasileiro match, Botafogo RJ hosted Ceará at the Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos. The game ended with an exhilarating scoreline of Botafogo 3 - 2 Ceará.

The match kicked off with both teams displaying high intensity and attacking intent. In the 44th minute of the first half, Gonzalo Mastriani opened the scoring for Botafogo, capitalizing on a rebound after a shot from Santi Rodríguez. The first half concluded with Botafogo leading 1-0.

The second half saw an explosion of goals. Pedro Raul equalized for Ceará in the 11th minute of the second half, breaking an eight-game goal drought. However, Botafogo quickly responded with a goal from Alex Telles, converting a penalty in the 26th minute.

Marlon Freitas extended Botafogo's lead in the 31st minute of the second half with a well-placed shot into the corner of the net. Ceará fought back, as Pedro Raul scored his second goal of the match in the 41st minute of the second half with a fantastic header.

The match ended 3-2 in favor of Botafogo RJ, securing a hard-fought victory at home. The competitive encounter delighted the fans, providing an entertaining spectacle of Brazilian football.

Upcoming Matches:
Botafogo's next game is against Mirassol on June 11, 2025, in the Serie A.
Ceará will face Fluminense on June 11, 2025, in the Serie A.

The match received significant attention on social media platforms, with fans expressing excitement and anticipation for the upcoming fixtures. The Campeonato Brasileiro continues to showcase thrilling encounters between top Brazilian football clubs, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.