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The dynamics of the match were not just about the teams participating but also intertwined with the fate of the championship itself. Botafogo needed to seal their championship status definitively, while São Paulo found themselves in the unfortunate position of being mere spectators in Botafogo's celebratory moment.
In a riveting second half, São Paulo managed to equalize the match with a noteworthy goal from William Gomes. However, the joy was short-lived for the São Paulo side. A series of unfortunate errors culminated when Jandi, the São Paulo midfielder, miscalculated crucial plays. This misstep paved the way for Botafogo to snatch victory in the dying minutes of the game, thus firmly establishing their dominance.