In a tightly contested match within the Campeonato Brasileiro, Santos faced off against Botafogo RJ at Estádio Urbano Caldeira. The match ended with a 0-1 victory for Botafogo RJ, with the only goal scored by Artur in the 86th minute of the game.

Both teams started off strong, with Santos creating several scoring opportunities in the first half. However, it was Botafogo RJ who managed to break the deadlock late in the second half. The game saw some intense plays, with Neymar receiving a yellow card in the 45th minute and then later controversially being shown a yellow-red card in the 76th minute for handling the ball to score a goal.

Social media buzzed with excitement during the match, as fans followed the action unfold in real-time. Neymar's declaration to the Botafogo fans, "Vou fazer um gol e vou aí!" (I'm going to score a goal and come over there!), added an extra layer of drama to the game.

Despite their best efforts, Santos couldn't find the back of the net, ultimately falling short against a resilient Botafogo RJ side. The match ended with a 0-1 scoreline in favor of the visitors, leaving Santos looking to regroup for their next game against Fortaleza on June 12, 2025. Meanwhile, Botafogo RJ will face Ceará on June 4, 2025, in their upcoming fixture in the Serie A league.

The intense showdown between Santos and Botafogo RJ showcased the competitive spirit of Brazilian football, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in their respective league campaigns.