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Chaos Erupts in Rio Derby: Tooth Lost, Cards Fly

2/13/2025

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In a fiery Rio de Janeiro derby, Botafogo's Alexander Barboza suffered a brutal blow, losing a front tooth after being punched by Flamengo's Cleiton. The chaos unfolded after Flamengo's narrow 1-0 victory, thanks to Leo Ortiz's decisive goal, leading to several red cards. Now sixth in the Carioca Championship, Botafogo prepares to clash with Racing Club in the upcoming Recopa.

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In a fiery Rio de Janeiro derby, Botafogo's Alexander Barboza suffered a brutal blow, losing a front tooth after being punched by Flamengo's Cleiton. The chaos unfolded after Flamengo's narrow 1-0 victory, thanks to Leo Ortiz's decisive goal, leading to several red cards. Now sixth in the Carioca Championship, Botafogo prepares to clash with Racing Club in the upcoming Recopa.