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| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 7 | Atletico Mineiro | 13 | 2 | 20 |
| 8 | Botafogo | 12 | 8 | 19 |
| 9 | Corinthians | 14 | -2 | 19 |
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Preview: Botafogo vs Vitoria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Brasileiro clash between Botafogo and Vitoria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jul 14, 21:14
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Nottingham Forest transfer news: Premier League side 'join race' for Argentina international wanted by Portuguese giants
Nottingham Forest are allegedly contemplating whether to make a formal bid for an in-demand Argentina international.Jul 14, 16:14
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Club World Cup: The highs and lows of the first edition
The 2025 Club World Cup featured expanded competition, diverse fan atmospheres and notable matchups, but also faced organisational and environmental challenges. A full review ahead of the 2029 edition.Jul 13, 20:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F13%2Fandre-onana.jpg "Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana on March 16, 2025")
Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'make offer' for 29-year-old 'in reaction' to Andre Onana blow
Manchester United reportedly make an offer for Botafogo goalkeeper John Victor, who has a release clause of £6m in his current deal.Jul 13, 15:45
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Club World Cup Controversy: Klopp and Wenger clash over calendar congestion
Sports Mole takes a look at Jurgen Klopp and Arsene Wenger's clash over the Club World Cup, and whether the competition is worthy of a place in the football calendar.Jul 11, 17:00
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Nottingham Forest transfer news: Emerging Brazilian star arrives at City Ground amidst Morgan Gibbs-White debacle
Nottingham Forest announce the major signing of an emerging Brazilian star amidst the debacle involving Morgan Gibbs-White.Jul 11, 15:32
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Preview: Vasco da Gama vs Botafogo - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Brasileiro clash between Vasco da Gama and Botafogo, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jul 10, 20:42
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Who is Igor Jesus? The lowdown on Nottingham Forest’s £51m summer signing
Nottingham Forest sign Igor Jesus from Botafogo for £51m, beating competition from Arsenal and Fulham for the Brazilian striker.Jul 7, 18:20
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Man United preparing 'opening bid' for Club World Cup goalkeeper
Manchester United are reportedly preparing a bid to sign Botafogo goalkeeper John Victor, amid uncertainty surrounding Andre Onana's future.Jul 5, 14:19
Manchester United 'interested' in Club World Cup revelation as potential replacement for Onana
Manchester United could target Botafogo's John Victor as an affordable option to strengthen their goalkeeping department this summer.Jul 4, 18:40
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Alexis Mac Allister gives his opinion on Europe vs. South America at Club World Cup
Alexis Mac Allister praises South American clubs’ strong showing at the Club World Cup, challenging European dominance in the tournament held.Jun 30, 18:54
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Why Nottingham Forest fans should be excited about transfer target Richard Rios
Colombian midfielder Richard Rios, linked with Nottingham Forest, is Palmeiras' standout player at Club World Cup.Jun 29, 08:02
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Palmeiras 1-0 Botafogo: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Paulinho proves to be the hero in last-16 affair
Palmeiras book their spot in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Club World Cup courtesy of a 1-0 success over fellow Brazilian outfit Botafogo on Saturday.Jun 28, 16:25
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Club World Cup standout stars: Top performers from the group stage to watch in the knockouts
Sports Mole takes a look at five top performers from the Club World Cup group stage that you should keep an eye on in the round of 16.Jun 27, 19:37
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Preview: Palmeiras vs Botafogo - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Club World Cup clash between Palmeiras and Botafogo, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 26, 18:33
Nottingham Forest transfer news: Botafogo Club World Cup star wants to 'slow down' exit from Brasileiro champions
Nottingham Forest are allegedly handed a major transfer blow with it being suggested that one of Botafogo's Club World Cup stars wishes to stay with the Brazilian giants.Jun 24, 11:10
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Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami to face PSG in Club World Cup last 16 after 2-2 draw with Palmeiras
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami are set for a PSG showdown after a dramatic draw with Palmeiras in the Club World Cup.Jun 24, 06:54
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Atletico Madrid eliminated from Club World Cup, PSG and Botafogo advance from Group B
Botafogo secure a place in the Club World Cup last 16 despite a 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid.Jun 23, 22:38
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Club World Cup Group B predictions: Who will qualify? Who will be top scorer?
With the revamped Club World Cup just around the corner, Sports Mole looks ahead to Group B and how Paris Saint-Germain, Atletico Madrid, Botafogo and Seattle Sounders could fare.Jun 23, 22:08
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Latest transfer news and rumours: Cuiabano to Brighton, Evan Ferguson to PSV, Benjamin Nygren to Celtic
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Cuiabano to Brighton, Evan Ferguson to PSV Eindhoven and Benjamin Nygren to Celtic.Jun 22, 11:18
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