Vasco win the Rio derby at Botafogo
Alan Lescano and David scored for Vasco da Gama, who won 2–1 at the Nilton Santos; Alex Telles replied for Botafogo.
By GoalPost · Reporting from ESPN Deportes
Vasco da Gama beat Botafogo 2–1 at the Estádio Nilton Santos on Wednesday night in the Brasileirão's 29th round.
Alan Lescano put Vasco ahead in the 28th minute and David doubled the lead six minutes after half-time. Alex Telles pulled one back for Botafogo on the hour, but Vasco held on.