GOLAZONEWSUpdates on Corinthians, Botafogo and Vasco da Gama
- Corinthians faces legal action regarding its defunct eSports division.
- Tite aims to improve Botafogo's defense amid a record-breaking season for goals conceded.
- Vasco da Gama members approve the sale of their SAF to Marcos Lamacchia.
Corinthians is currently dealing with multiple labor lawsuits stemming from its former eSports division. Although the operation was licensed to a company called CDS, the club has been held subsidiarily liable in 30 cases, with total damages exceeding R$ 2.8 million.
Meanwhile, Botafogo is working to address defensive struggles under head coach Tite. With 51 goals conceded in the Campeonato Brasileiro, the team is enduring its worst defensive record since becoming a SAF, performing better only than last-placed Chapecoense.
In other news, Vasco da Gama is nearing the completion of its SAF sale to Almirante Participações S/A, a firm owned by Marcos Lamacchia. Following a vote where over 90% of members approved the transaction, the deal now awaits regulatory clearance. Once finalized, club president Pedrinho will step down from managing football operations while maintaining influence over daily activities.