Brazilian championship

Botafogo Fans: Facial Recognition Now Required for Stadium Entry, Ticket Sales Ongoing

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – August 16, 2023 – Botafogo Football club is implementing a new, fully biometric access system at the Nilton Santos Stadium, requiring all fans to pre-register thier facial data online before attending matches. This change, effective immediately, aims to streamline entry, enhance security, and combat ticket fraud. Ticket sales are currently underway for upcoming matches, wiht options available both online and at physical ticket offices.

Understanding the New Access system

Starting with the current match schedule, access to all sectors of the Nilton Santos Stadium (also known as the Estádio Olímpico João Havelange) will be granted exclusively via facial recognition technology. This means fans must complete a pre-registration process through the Ingress platform before attempting to enter the stadium.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to registration:

1. Visit ingresse.com/facial/botafogo and click “Register Now.”
2. Log in to an existing Ingress account or create a new one.
3. Follow the prompts to complete facial registration, having a valid official identification document (RG – Brazilian ID card, CNG – Driver’s License, or Passport) readily available.
4. upon triumphant completion, you will receive a “face registered” confirmation message, allowing you to collect your ticket at designated points of sale.

Ticket Sales Information & Locations

Tickets are currently available at the following locations and times:

Nilton Santos Stadium (West Ticket Office): Friday,August 15th and Saturday,August 16th,from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
match Day (West ticket Office): On the day of the match, ticket sales will be open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

ticket Pricing & Discounts

Botafogo offers several ticket options and discounts:

Gratuity (Free): Available for children under 12 years old, seniors over 60, and individuals with disabilities. Gratuity for those over 60 and with disabilities requires prior facial registration via the Ingress platform.Tickets can be collected at the Nilton Santos Stadium and General Severiano during opening hours (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
Half-Price: Available to those with qualifying benefit documentation.A valid photo ID must be presented at the time of purchase and stadium entry. Half-price tickets are limited to 40% of available ticket inventory.
North Parking 1 (Exclusive to Botafogo Fans): Located on Rua das Workshops.
glorious Plan Members: R$30 (advance or at the gate)
Other Membership Plans: R$40 (advance) / R$50 (at the gate)
Non-Members: R$60 (advance) / R$70 (at the gate)
Parking closes one hour after the match concludes.
Advance ticket sales via the Ingress app begin up to 4 hours before kickoff.

Accessibility Information

Dedicated accessibility sectors for individuals with special needs and their companions are located exclusively in the lower ring of the Nilton Santos Stadium.

Why the Change?

The implementation of facial recognition technology represents a meaningful investment by Botafogo in modernizing the fan experience. The club cites increased speed, ease of access, and enhanced security as key benefits.This system is designed to reduce wait times at stadium entrances and prevent the use of fraudulent tickets. The Nilton Santos Stadium, wich hosted events during the 2016 Summer Olympics, has a seating capacity of approximately 45,680.

note: This revised article provides a more structured and informative presentation of the original information, including a breaking-news lead, a clear clarification of the new system, and detailed ticket information. It also adds context about the stadium and the reasons behind the change. The link to the registration site is maintained.