Plot twist at the Club World Cup: PSG falls in Pasadena at the hands of Botafogo, which is the first team to qualify for the round of 16.
In the clash between the European champions and the South American champions, the Brazilians prevail thanks to a goal by Igor Jesus in the 36th minute, finishing a counterattack initiated by Saverino with a low right-footed shot: Donnarumma is caught off guard by a deflection from Pacho.
A victory achieved more through sacrifice and organization than spectacle. PSG, strangely disorganized and ineffective, suffers from rotations and a sterile offensive maneuver. In the second half, Luis Enrique tries to revolutionize the team but to no avail.
Noteworthy in the same match were disturbances in the stands, where Botafogo and PSG fans ended up fighting.
The group is completely reopened also thanks to Atlético Madrid, which celebrates its first victory at the Club World Cup by defeating the Seattle Sounders 3‑1. Pablo Barrios scores a brace in the 11th and 55th minutes, while Axel Witsel doubles shortly after the start of the second half. Seattle shortens the gap with Rusnák in the 50th minute, but it is not enough to reopen the game.
The Colchoneros show a reaction of pride after the defeat to PSG, demonstrating greater intensity, control, and a desire to get back in the game. Now PSG needs to win against Seattle to avoid the risk of elimination; if victory does not come, at least a favorable result from Botafogo against Atletico would guarantee progression to the next round.
📸 FREDERIC J. BROWN – AFP or licensors
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