Botafogo stuns European champion Paris Saint-Germain in Club World Cup upset at Rose Bowl
- On Thursday, June 19, 2025, Botafogo stunned European champions Paris Saint-Germain with a 1-0 win at the Club World Cup in Pasadena.
- Botafogo's strong defense and a first-half goal by Igor Jesus, who shot from the top of the 18-yard box, led to this upset despite PSG's dominance in overall shots.
- PSG had a 16-4 shot advantage but Botafogo held a 4-2 edge in shots on target, with goalkeeper John making two saves to keep a clean sheet.
- Botafogo coach Renato Paiva dedicated their victory to the supporters, while PSG’s manager emphasized that despite the challenges, his team still has the opportunity to recover and advance in the tournament.
- The result puts Botafogo atop Group B with six points, nearly securing a knockout spot, while PSG sits tied for second with three points as their challenge continues.
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