Atlético Mineiro vs Botafogo

Atlético Mineiro looked set to claim all three points at the Arena MRV, but Botafogo snatched a dramatic 1-1 draw in the 90th minute to deny the hosts in Round 15 of the Brasileirão. Mateo Cassierra had given Atlético the lead on 23 minutes, drilling a precise right-footed shot from inside the area to put the home side firmly in control. The afternoon grew more complicated for the hosts when Bernard was forced off through injury shortly after half-time, prompting an early reshuffle. Botafogo pressed relentlessly in the closing stages and were rewarded deep in stoppage time when Arthur Cabral slid a composed right-footed finish into the bottom corner to level things up. The draw keeps both clubs firmly in mid-table, with each side level on 17 points as they bid to climb the Série A standings. Atlético Mineiro will rue the late collapse, while Botafogo can take real confidence from their never-say-die attitude.