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Further complicating matters is the decision made by Botafogo's coaching staff, particularly Artur Jorge's choice to rotate players, opting to rest four key starters. Many fans and commentators argue both for and against this move. On one hand, considering the physical state of the players, it is an understandable decision. On the other, one cannot ignore that even with a significantly altered squad, a better performance was expected given their stature as champions of the Brazilian league and Copa Libertadores.