Within the first 30 seconds of the Copa Conmebol Libertadores final, Gregore de Magalhães delivered a shocking kick to Fausto Vera, an incident that left no one indifferent, not even the central referee, Facundo Raúl Tello, who immediately sent off the Botafogo player.

Atlético Mineiro and Botafogo Fight For The Glory of the 2024 Copa Libertadores

The incident occurred as the Argentine player, Fausto Vera, went to contest the ball against Gregore, who recklessly raised his leg too high and unfortunately struck his opponent.

This action became the third-fastest red card in the history of the Libertadores and the quickest ever in a final, according to MisterChip.

With this early dismissal, Botafogo, regarded as the heavy favorite to win the Copa Libertadores, was left with ten men against an inspired Atlético Mineiro.