In a surprising turn of events during a Copa Libertadores match, Botafogo's Argentine player Álvaro Montoro missed a golden chance to score right in front of the net against Nacional Potosí, which led to a disappointing 1-0 loss for his team. Montoro's glaring miss occurred when he found himself alone in the box with the goalkeeper out of position, an opportunity that should have easily tied the game for the Brazilian side.

After the match, Montoro expressed his frustration over the missed opportunity, highlighting that the altitude in Bolivia affected their performance. He acknowledged that he was in a position that would typically guarantee a goal, and the inability to convert that chance left him visibly upset. His reaction—falling to the ground in disbelief and later striking the turf—captured the emotional weight of the moment, both for him and the team.

This loss has implications for Botafogo in the Copa Libertadores, as the team heads into a challenging return leg needing to overcome this setback. Montoro's performance will be a topic of discussion among fans and analysts alike, as the focus now shifts to how the team can improve and rebound in the next match to increase their chances of advancing in the tournament.