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Sounders Fall Short 2-1 to Botafogo in Club World Cup Despite Late Surge

Botafogo defeated Seattle Sounders 2-1 on June 15, 2025, at Lumen Field in the Club World Cup Group B opener.
Botafogo took an early lead after a foul on Artur led to a pinpoint free kick by Telles, headed home by 20-year-old Cunha in the 27th minute.
Igor Jesus doubled the lead with a towering header just before halftime from a long cross by Vitinho, while Seattle pulled a goal back in the 75th minute via Roldan's deflected header.
Botafogo captain Marlon Freitas admitted it was not the team's best performance but emphasized the importance of winning and learning from the match.
Despite late pressure and Seattle's shots on target in stoppage time, Botafogo held on with a crucial save by goalkeeper John and now sits second in Group B ahead of their match against Paris Saint-Germain.

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