Botafogo PB and Sousa PB played to a goalless 0-0 draw in the Campeonato Paraibano on March 22, 2026. The match at the Estádio Almeidão was a tight, tactical affair with few clear-cut chances, a result that did little to help either team's ambitions in the Brazilian state championship. Both sides prioritized defensive solidity, leading to a midfield battle where creativity was at a premium. The best chance of the game fell to Botafogo's forward, who saw his close-range effort brilliantly saved by the Sousa goalkeeper in the second half. Sousa had a goal disallowed for a marginal offside call after a VAR review, which was the major controversial incident of a match lacking in attacking fluency. The stalemate meant Botafogo dropped points at home in their pursuit of the top spots, while Sousa will likely view the away point as a positive result in their campaign. Post-match, both managers acknowledged the match was a difficult spectacle, with the Botafogo coach expressing frustration at his team's lack of cutting edge and the Sousa manager highlighting his team's disciplined defensive organization. The starting elevens reflected a cautious approach from both sides, resulting in a match that was high on effort but low on decisive action in the final third.