Botafogo leaves the Club World Cup with millionaire prizes
Despite a Round of 16 exit, Botafogo ends its Club World Cup journey with a millionaire payday from FIFA.
On Saturday (June 28), Botafogo’s run in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup came to an end after a narrow 1–0 loss to Palmeiras in Philadelphia. Though the result halted their progress, the Glorioso will return to Brazil with a major financial reward: more than US$26.71 million, roughly R$146.5 million at the current exchange rate.
Breakdown of Botafogo’s Prize Money
| Earnings | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Participation (South American clubs) | $15.21 million |
| Round of 16 qualification | $7.5 million |
| Group stage victories (2 wins) | $4 million |
| Total | $26.71 million |
Botafogo advanced from Group B, dubbed the “group of death”, finishing second behind Paris Saint-Germain. Atlético de Madrid and Seattle Sounders were eliminated in that stage.
What’s Next for Botafogo?
With their Club World Cup campaign over, the black-and-white squad heads back to Brazil. Players will get a brief rest before refocusing on domestic and continental objectives:
- Campeonato Brasileiro Série A
- Copa Libertadores
- Copa do Brasil
Club World Cup Prize Structure
| Stage | Prize Money (USD) |
|---|---|
| Group stage wins | $2M per win / $1M per draw |
| Round of 16 | $7.5 million |
| Quarterfinals | $13.125 million |
| Semifinals | $21 million |
| Runner-up | $30 million |
| Champion | $40 million |
Participation Fees by Region
- South American clubs: $15.21 million
- European clubs: $12.81M to $38.19M
- Concacaf, Asian, African clubs: $9.55 million
- Oceania clubs: $3.58 million
