Botafogo ban Flamengo from their stadium after Vinicius Junior's crybaby celebration


Vinicius scored the third goal in Flamengo's 3-1 win over their hosts on Saturday nightbefore performing a 'crybaby' gesture to the crowd which has a specific meaning to Botafogo fans.Back in 2008, Botafogo's players were mocked for visibly crying in a press conference held to complain aboutpoor refereeing decisions. Ever since, the club has been ridiculed by opposition players via their goal celebrations.So, as a result of Vinicius's antagonising antics, the club have refused Flamengo the right toplay attheir stadium for their Guanabara Cup final clash against Boavista on Sunday.In a five-point statement, Botafogo told Globo Esporte: "The decision was taken in lightof the goal celebrationof the opponent athlete [Vinicius Junior]. To the understanding of the Botafoguenses, it was a sign of disrespect to the Botafogo Institution which is represented by its athletes, partners and fans."Seems like a bit of an over-dramatic response if you ask us. But hey, this is Brazil we're talking about.See also...Sparta Rotterdam’s Michiel Kramer promises to buy all the club's staff sandwiches if they stay upWatch: Animation celebrates great moments in football history – involving Messi, Bergkamp and MooreIn Other News...