Botafogo beats Real Madrid and Bayern against PSG in the World Cup; understand
Paris Saint-Germain head into the FIFA Club World Cup final with flawless form, having demolished Real Madrid 4-0 in the semifinal and booked a high-stakes showdown against Chelsea. But amidst PSG’s dominant run, one surprising fact stands out: only Botafogo managed to breach the French team’s defense.
Botafogo: The Unexpected Threat to PSG’s Perfect Run
In the group stage, Botafogo stunned PSG with a 1-0 win, a result that not only caught global attention but also turned out to be the only goal PSG have conceded in the tournament so far. Despite the setback, the French side still topped the group, but Botafogo’s achievement remains unmatched by European giants like Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Atlético Madrid, and Inter Miami, all of whom were shut out.
Gonçalo Ramos Admits Botafogo Defeat Was a Turning Point
PSG striker Gonçalo Ramos, who scored in the rout against Real Madrid, revealed how the loss to the Brazilian side served as a crucial wake-up call.
“Against Botafogo, they defended very well, limited our game and were more intense than us,” said Ramos. “It was a great performance by them. After that, we realized what we needed to improve and we’ve done just that.”
Since that defeat, Luis Enrique’s team has responded in style, with a series of dominant displays:
- Bayern Munich – 2-0
- Atlético Madrid – 4-0
- Inter Miami – 4-0
- Real Madrid – 4-0
That’s 16 goals scored and just 1 conceded courtesy of Botafogo.
PSG vs Chelsea: A Final for the Ages
Now, PSG are set for their 65th and final match of the 2024/25 season, and they’ve reached every possible final: the Coupe de France, Champions League, French Super Cup, and now the Club World Cup.
The Club World Cup Final:
- Sunday, July 13
- 4 PM (Brasília time)
- MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
- Live on Disney+ and Cazé TV
The question heading into the grand finale: Can Chelsea do what only Botafogo has managed so far — score against PSG?
