Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas had an important name in the SAF in recent years: Alessandro Brito. He participated in almost all processes and explained how the relationship between the Eagle clubs worked during John Textor's management.

What happened?

Alessandro Brito reported the process of signing an athlete and how the multiclub network helped Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas. — The management of signings was more horizontal. I think that was one of the positive points of our model.

Why is this important for Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas?

The multiclub model helped the Rio de Janeiro club, but the crisis between the American and his partners directly affected the planning. The rupture of this process had a great impact. There was a constant exchange of information, practically fortnightly or monthly, between all the clubs.

What comes next?

Alessandro Brito also spoke about the surprise after the 2024 titles: — I think that, while it worked as planned, the project was very positive. The problem started when John failed to fulfill the commitments made to the investors.

Currently, Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas is in 6th place in Serie A, with 63 points, 17 wins, 12 draws and 9 losses in 38 games, and a goal difference of +20. | Statistic | Value | | --- | --- | | Points | 63 | | Wins | 17 | | Losses | 9 | | Goal difference | +20 |