Botafogo stunned Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 at the Rose Bowl on June 19, 2025. Igor Jesus struck in the 36th minute to hand the South American champions a Group B win that few saw coming.

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Final Score: PSG 0–1 Botafogo ·
Date: June 19, 2025 ·
Goal Scorer: Igor Jesus (36′) ·
Venue: Rose Bowl ·
Competition: FIFA Club World Cup Group Stage

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • One outlet credits Tiquinho Soares with the goal at 69′ (Oceania Football)
  • Date listed as June 19 (US) vs June 20 UTC on some trackers (Sofascore)
  • Full lineups and substitution details not yet published (Oceania Football)
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • PSG faces Seattle Sounders on June 23, 2025 (Oceania Football)
  • Botafogo plays Atletico Madrid next (ESPN)

Key statistics from the match confirm the upset’s magnitude.

Label Value
Score 0–1
Competition FIFA Club World Cup
Date June 19, 2025
Venue Rose Bowl
Goal Scorer Igor Jesus (36′)
Attendance 53,699
Botafogo Points 6 (Group B lead)
PSG Points 3 (tied 2nd)

How did PSG lose to Botafogo?

The scoreline flatters PSG. The French champions controlled three-quarters of possession and fired 16 shots to Botafogo’s four, yet found themselves on the wrong end of a 1-0 defeat. Kvaratskhelia led all players with five attempts but was denied by Botafogo goalkeeper John, who finished with a clean sheet after making two saves.

Key moments

  • 36′: Igor Jesus converts for Botafogo (FIFA official report)
  • Halftime: Botafogo leads despite PSG dominance
  • Full time: 1-0 holds; PSG’s win streak ends

PSG errors

Despite outshooting Botafogo 16-4 overall, PSG managed only two shots on target compared to Botafogo’s four, according to ESPN match data. Gianluigi Donnarumma made three saves but could not prevent the upset.

The upshot

PSG dominated every metric except the one that matters. Botafogo’s clinical finishing—converting their only clear chance—exposed a vulnerability that their recent 12-0 aggregate over three opponents had hidden.

Where is PSG vs Botafogo?

The match unfolded at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California. The iconic venue drew 53,699 fans for the Group B encounter.

Rose Bowl stadium

Kickoff was at 9:00 PM local time under the Pasadena lights. The stadium’s atmosphere was described as lively despite PSG’s weary showing.

Ticket info

Coverage was available via DAZN for international viewers. The match marked one of the largest Club World Cup attendances of the tournament so far.

Why this matters

The Rose Bowl hosted its first major FIFA tournament match since the 1994 World Cup, giving the venue a symbolic place in the expanded Club World Cup format.

Why is Botafogo in the Club World Cup?

Botafogo qualified as South American champions, earning their spot in the expanded 32-team FIFA Club World Cup tournament. The Brazilian club entered Group B alongside PSG, Atletico Madrid, and Seattle Sounders.

Qualification path

  • Won Copa Libertadores 2024 to claim South America’s spot
  • Group B contains four teams with top two advancing
  • Botafogo currently leads with six points from two wins

2025 entry

This marks Botafogo’s debut appearance in the Club World Cup. After beating Atletico Madrid in their opener, the PSG victory cemented their status as genuine contenders.

The paradox

A club that had never played in this tournament now leads a group that includes the UEFA Champions League winners. Botafogo’s qualification path gave them nothing to lose—and everything to gain.

Is Mbappe regretting leaving PSG?

The defeat has reignited debate about PSG’s post-Mbappe era. The French superstar departed for Real Madrid after PSG’s Champions League triumph, leaving a squad that now shows cracks against lesser-known opponents.

Post-match reactions

PSG’s loss comes despite their dominant form in recent months. Fox Sports noted that PSG had outscored their last three opponents 12-0 before this setback.

Champions League context

While Mbappe watches from Madrid, PSG must now regroup to avoid elimination from a tournament they entered as favorites. The Oceania Football report suggests PSG needs a win over Seattle Sounders to advance.

What to watch

PSG’s next match against Seattle Sounders on June 23 becomes must-win territory. A loss would eliminate the French giants from a tournament they dominated just weeks ago.

What is PSG’s biggest loss?

The defeat ranks among PSG’s most shocking results in recent history. The LA Times highlighted that PSG hadn’t been held scoreless since March 5, 2025, making this result particularly jarring.

Record defeats

PSG hadn’t lost since May 3, 2025, according to Fox Sports match analysis. The last defeat came over a month before this upset.

Recent implications

The loss ended multiple streaks: a six-game winning run, a scoring streak dating to May 17, and an unbeaten run since early May. FIFA’s official tournament coverage called it the biggest upset of the tournament so far.

Confirmed

  • Botafogo 1-0 PSG result (ESPN)
  • Igor Jesus goal at 36′ (FIFA)
  • PSG 16 shots, 2 on target
  • Attendance 53,699
  • Rose Bowl venue
  • June 19, 2025 match date

Rumors

  • Tiquinho Soares scoring instead (unverified claim)
  • Full substitution details unknown
  • Post-match quotes not yet released

Group B standings after matchday 2

The result reshaped Group B’s landscape dramatically. Botafogo now sits atop with six points, while PSG trails with three points alongside Atletico Madrid.

Current Group B standings reflect the dramatic shift following the upset.

Team W D L Points
Botafogo 2 0 0 6
Atletico Madrid 1 0 1 3
PSG 1 0 1 3
Seattle Sounders 0 0 2 0

PSG’s opening 4-0 thrashing of Atletico Madrid counts for little now. The French side must beat Seattle Sounders to advance, while Botafogo can advance with any result against Atletico.

Key match statistics

Four data points define this upset, according to ESPN’s match data and LA Times coverage.

Shot and possession metrics reveal the stark contrast in efficiency between the two sides.

Metric PSG Botafogo
Total Shots 16 4
Shots on Target 2 4
Possession 75% 25%
Corners 10 1
Goalkeeper Saves 3 2

Botafogo did not deserve this win by the numbers, but football rarely cares about deserving. The Brazilian champions capitalized on their only clear chance while PSG’s attack misfired despite overwhelming control. For PSG, the path to Club World Cup survival now runs through Seattle on June 23.

“Botafogo stunned Champions League winner Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 on Thursday night in each club’s second match of the Club World Cup.”

— ESPN match report

“Botafogo pulled off the biggest upset of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ so far.”

— FIFA official tournament coverage

Related reading: FIFA Club World Cup Brackets · A League Ladder

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Igor Jesus’ 36th-minute strike exposed vulnerabilities noted in the predicted lineups and key players, contributing to Botafogo’s stunning upset over PSG.

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Frequently asked questions

Which team has never lost against PSG?

No team has an undefeated record against PSG across all competitions. Botafogo’s victory adds them to the list of clubs that have beaten the French champions.

Who is PSG’s biggest rival?

Olympique de Marseille is considered PSG’s biggest domestic rival, though Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have become significant European rivals in recent Champions League encounters.

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PSG has lost major finals, including the 2020 Champions League final to Bayern Munich. However, they won the Champions League for the first time in 2025 before this Club World Cup.

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Saudi Arabian clubs reportedly made offers exceeding $1 billion to Mbappé during his time at PSG, though he ultimately chose Real Madrid on a free transfer.

Has Mbappé agreed to join Liverpool?

As of the current date, Mbappé remains at Real Madrid following his 2024 transfer from PSG. No confirmed agreement with Liverpool has emerged.

How did Botafogo qualify for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup?

Botafogo qualified by winning the 2024 Copa Libertadores, South America’s premier club competition, earning their debut appearance in the expanded Club World Cup.

For PSG, the reckoning is immediate: a win over Seattle Sounders on June 23, or their Club World Cup campaign ends before the knockout rounds. The French giants arrived in Pasadena as favorites; they leave as underdogs fighting for survival in their own group.