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The challenges posed by jet lag, including navigating a six-hour time difference, cannot be understated. As mentioned, it usually takes professional athletes about one day to acclimatize to each hour of time difference, thus requiring substantial recovery time for a team like Botafogo.

Acknowledging Opponent’s Performance

While it's easy to attribute the defeat purely to Botafogo’s physical state, it is equally important to acknowledge Pachuca’s exemplary performance. The Mexican team capitalized well on Botafogo's fatigue, maintaining pressure throughout the first half and cleverly managing their lead in the second half.