Botafogo Dismisses Manager Paiva After Club World Cup Run

Botafogo has parted ways with manager Renato Paiva following their exit from the Club World Cup. Despite a remarkable win over Paris St Germain, the team fell to Palmeiras, prompting the decision. Paiva expressed shock at the dismissal after just four months in charge.

Botafogo, a prominent Brazilian football club, has dismissed manager Renato Paiva after their exit from the Club World Cup, the club confirmed.

Despite a noteworthy victory against Champions League winners Paris St Germain, Paiva's team was eliminated in the last 16 by Palmeiras, after a 1-0 loss in extra time. Paiva's tenure lasted only four months.

Paiva, visibly stunned by the decision, expressed his disbelief, claiming both the staff and players were equally surprised by his sudden dismissal.

(With inputs from agencies.)