Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas is experiencing an important moment in the Brasileirão. Cleber Lucas, the sub-20 goalkeeper, stands out and is integrated into the professional team.

Who is Cleber Lucas?

Cleber Lucas is a young goalkeeper who has been standing out in Botafogo's sub-20 team. He has been participating in training sessions with the professional team and is expected to be confirmed on the travel list for the preseason in Russia.

Why was he integrated into the professional team?

Cleber Lucas conceded 16 goals in 19 games this season. In the Brasileirão, Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas has the best defense in the competition, alongside Vasco.

What's next?

The first phase of the Brasileirão Sub-20 is nearing its end, and since he is with the professional team, it is likely that the goalkeeper will be absent from the last two rounds. In addition to him, the sub-20 players chosen to stay with the professional team in this reappearance were: Arthur Novaes, Felipe Januário, Caio Vale, Kauã Branco, Jhoan Hernández. From the sub-17 team, Lucas Emanuel and Victor Hugo.

StatisticValue
Position in Brasileirão6th place
Points63
Wins17
Draws12
Losses9
Goals scored58
Goals conceded38
Goal difference+20

Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas is in 6th place in the Brasileirão, with 63 points, and is 16 points behind leader Flamengo.