Sociedade Anônima do Futebol (SAF): uma analise da implantação do sistema no Botafogo.

Abstract

This article analyzes the implementation of the Football Anonymous Society in Brazil; a management model aimed at professionalizing and modernizing football clubs’ administration. In light of the financial crisis affecting many of these institutions, the Football Anonymous Society emerges as na alternative to restructure management, promoting greater transparency, financial sustainability, and investment attraction. The study highlights the importance of this type of society, describing its the legislation that sanctioned it, as well as exemplifying clubs that adopted this model. The research reveals that this organizational model improves resource management, contributing to clubs’ financial recovery and competitiveness in the sports arena. Despite the advancements, the article also points out challenges such as cultural resistance and labor conflicts that may hinder model implementation, The research also proposes a case study in Botafogo Football and Regatta. The analysis concludes that while the proposed objectives have been met, continuous monitoring and future studies on clubs’ experiences under Football Anonymous Society, considering their social and economic repercussions, are necessary.