Botafogo’s terrible phase, moreover, could put an end to the Brasileirão’s dream of the title in the penultimate round. Previously with a lead of 13 points, the Juventus team collapsed technically and psychologically and was overtaken by Palmeiras (66 to 63 points). The incredible breakthrough has caused discussion: it is the greatest “surrender” in history […] The post Botafogo is one step away from the biggest ‘deliveries’ of the title. Remember that the list appeared first in Play 10 | Latest football news.
Botafogo’s terrible phase, moreover, could put an end to the Brasileirão’s dream of the title in the penultimate round. Previously with a lead of 13 points, the Juventus team collapsed technically and psychologically and was overtaken by Palmeiras (66 to 63 points). The incredible breakthrough has sparked debate: Is it the greatest “delivery” in the history of straight stitches? See more examples of this Play10 remember below.
In the largest national competition there are at least five other cases in 21 editions. Apart from these, there are some notable turning points in international football. But none of these were as cruel as current Botafogo, who let 13 points slip away, suffered defeats and draws in stoppage time. As a result, they don’t know what it’s like to win for nine games. And it runs the risk, among other things, of being left out of the G4.
GREMIO-2008
A year after returning to Série A, the Tricolor Gaúcho scored 11 points against San Paolo, with just 13 matchdays remaining. Muricy Ramalho’s team, however, was practically flawless in the final stretch and secured their second title. On that occasion, Grêmio still won a few games, but was unable to keep up with the reigning champions’ run, which saw the brilliance of names like Hernandes and Dagoberto.
PALMEIRAS-2009
Favored to win the cup this year, after Botafogo’s brutal fall, Palmeiras had their “popcorn” moment in 2009. After all, they led the Brasileirão for almost 20 games and were ten points ahead of Flamengo at 12 games from the end. But the unexpected setbacks of relegated Náutico, Sport and Santo André put everything in jeopardy. Under the guidance of Andrade and with Pet and Adriano flying, Rubro-Negro takes the lead in the 34th heat, becomes champion and sees Alviverde finish in fifth place, outside the Libertadores ranking area.
SAO PAULO – 2018
After nine years without major comebacks, the 2018 season delivered another incredible second round. Palmeiras, champions in the end, finished the first round in sixth place, eight points behind San Paolo. It is true that Porco enjoyed a fantastic undefeated season under the guidance of Luiz Felipe Scolari, but Tricolor managed to finish fifth, 17 points behind its rival. The Alviverde team won their tenth Brasileirão with an eight-point lead over second-placed Flamengo.
INTER AND SAO PAULO – 2020
This year there was a double delivery. After all, Internacional and Sao Paulo alternated leads for 29 rounds. The Tricolore, once again, in fact, at a certain point recovered a large lead of 11 points, but allowed Colorado and, in the last six games, Flamengo to get closer. In the last match San Paolo, already without a chance, even beat Rubro-Negro, but the one that had the best chance of winning the title was Inter, who had been leading since the 30th matchday and only had to beat Corinthians. This did not happen and the mug arrived unexpectedly in Gávea.
The revolutions of international football
Even far from Brazil there are examples of historical turning points. In 2004, Valencia took a seven-point lead over Real Madrid and became Spanish champions for the sixth time in their history. The sprint began with 12 rounds to go and stood out for facing the “galactic” Merengue team, with stars such as Zidane, Beckham, Figo and Raul.
In 2006, Boca Juniors reached the penultimate match of the Torneo Apertura with just one defeat. But they lost their last two games and gave Estudiantes the chance to tie everything at 44 points. Then there was a decisive match. And in the 90 minutes there was also a turnaround. With goals from Sosa and Pavone, Estudiantes closes the milestone of 23 years.
Arsenal had everything to become champions of England again in the 2022/2023 season. However, their opponent was the mighty Manchester City, who turned the game on its head late on. The Gunners played their part to some extent and led for 27 rounds, opening with seven points. But, little by little, the very high quality of the Citizens made the difference. In addition to losing the head-to-head match, Arsenal have been lacking in their last few matches.
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