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Despite the disappointing outcome, the analysis surrounding the match delves deeper into the context and implications of this defeat for Botafogo. The exhaustion and psychological strain placed on the players were significant factors that cannot be dismissed lightly.

Analysis of the Defeat

The critique from commentators focused on the extraordinary circumstances under which Botafogo arrived at the tournament. Unlike other Brazilian teams in the past, Botafogo was subject to a relentless schedule of decisive games within a short timeframe. The team traveled overnight just before the match, facing jet lag and fatigue while having to perform at a high level.