Óscar Romero was officially announced by Botafogo, where he will wear an unprecedented number in his career. In his introductory press conference, the Paraguayan explained that the choice of the No. 70 jersey is related both to his own history and to Garrincha, a club legend-
“Historically, my number everywhere, almost in all clubs, has been number 10, and it is a tribute to Garrincha: ten times Garrincha, as a tribute to what is an icon here at Botafogo. So that’s why the number 70 shirt,” said the 31-year-old player, who arrived in Rio as a free agent from Turkey.
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Romero and Botafogo dream with the Libertadores
Romero’s arrival comes at a key moment in the year for Fogao, with the Copa Libertadores and Brasileirao on the horizon. Needless to say, the continental competition is the one that generates the most excitement among the fans, who dream of winning the title for the first time.
Bem-vindo, Oscar! 🇧🇷⚽️
Reforço Alvinegro é apresentado oficialmente, em coletiva de imprensa, no Nilton Santos, pelo Head Scout, Alessandro Brito. 👔⭐️
Agora, o meia está ao vivo na Botafogo TV para conceder a sua primeira entrevista exclusiva pelo Glorioso. Acesse… pic.twitter.com/4rxyhXA5BN
— Botafogo F.R. (@Botafogo) March 28, 2024
“The Copa Libertadores is a difficult competition, in which all teams must be mentally prepared, also assembling their squad to be able to compete in the national championship. I believe that Botafogo has the opportunity to demonstrate and take a leap forward in South America with a good edition of the Libertadores. From my side, I can contribute with my experience in this competition and perhaps fulfill the dream of winning the Libertadores,” Romero said.
“Botafogo outside of Brazil is seen as a very good project, and that’s precisely what helped me decide to be here. They spoke very well of the project, of what they are doing at the club, the radical change. And I want to join this beautiful project that is emerging in Botafogo.”
