Organizing the Back Four - Defensive Principles of Botafogo under Renato Paiva

This eBook explores the defensive line principles that defined Botafogo under Renato Paiva—principles that allowed the team to neutralize one of the most dangerous attacking units in the world and earn a historic win over Paris SG in the FIFA Club World Cup.

Luis Enrique himself admitted: “Botafogo was the team that defended us best all season.” 

Behind that praise lies a model built on timing, coordination, and intelligent adaptation to game situations.

Inside, you’ll find a structured, practical breakdown of how to organize and train a defensive line capable of responding to the highest demands of the game.

Football Coaches Lyceum