Botafogo capped off a remarkable season by clinching the 2024 Brasileirao title with a dramatic 2-1 victory over São Paulo in the final matchday. This triumph comes just eight days after the club celebrated its first-ever Copa Libertadores victory, completing an unprecedented double.

Third League Title and a Jubilant Nilton Santos

This is Botafogo’s third Brazilian league championship, their first since 1995. The Nilton Santos Stadium was packed with euphoric fans celebrating a season that has elevated the club back to the pinnacle of South American football.

The match unfolded dramatically:

• Jefferson Savarino, the Venezuelan attacking midfielder, opened the scoring for Botafogo in the 37th minute.
• São Paulo equalized in the second half with a goal from William Gomes.
• In stoppage time, Gregore emerged as the hero, scoring the decisive goal to secure the victory and the title.

A Dominant Season

Under the guidance of Portuguese manager Artur Jorge, Botafogo delivered a commanding performance throughout the season:

• 79 points in 38 matches.
• 23 wins, 10 draws, and only 5 losses.
• A goal differential of +30 (59 scored, 29 conceded).

Botafogo finished six points ahead of Palmeiras, the defending champions, who fell 0-1 to Fluminense in their final game.

A Historic Double

This league title crowns a season of unparalleled success for Botafogo, coming on the heels of their Copa Libertadores triumph against Atlético Mineiro. The double firmly establishes Botafogo as one of the standout stories in South American football in 2024.