In a shocking victory, Brazilian team Botafogo, crowned champions of South America, triumphed over Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), the winners of the Champions League, with a score of 1-0 during the Club World Cup at the Rose Bowl. The match was highlighted by Igor Jesus’ first-half goal, showcasing the competitive spirit of South American teams.
PSG, which had recently lost star player Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid, had a strong run in the previous Champions League season, defeating teams like Liverpool and Arsenal before securing their first title with a decisive victory over Inter in the finals.
Notably, Botafogo had earned their spot in this tournament after winning the Champions League in 2024.
Here’s a glimpse of the noteworthy goal:
IGOR JESUS SCORES, in ALL ANGLES! 鉂勶笍馃幆
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Even though PSG controlled possession, achieving 75% and taking 16 shots (12 more than Botafogo), they were unable to score due to a strong performance from Botafogo’s goalkeeper John. Despite their impressive statistics, PSG saw their scoring streak of 19 matches come to an end.
