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Botafogo Owner Fires Coach After Fan Backlash

7/10/2025

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John Textor, the owner of Botafogo, addressed the firing of coach Renato Paiva following a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Palmeiras, attributing it to a "break of principles." While Paiva celebrated a historic victory against PSG, his deviation from strategy sparked fan unrest. Textor reaffirmed his commitment to scouting and teamwork, steering clear of meddling in player choices.

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John Textor, the owner of Botafogo, addressed the firing of coach Renato Paiva following a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Palmeiras, attributing it to a "break of principles." While Paiva celebrated a historic victory against PSG, his deviation from strategy sparked fan unrest. Textor reaffirmed his commitment to scouting and teamwork, steering clear of meddling in player choices.