Botafogo Stuns PSG at Club World Cup

Botafogo shocked European champions Paris Saint-Germain with a 1-0 upset in the FIFA Club World Cup at Pasadena’s Rose Bowl, boosting their knockout round chances. Igor Jesus’ 36th-minute goal, set up by Jefferson Savarino’s through ball, outwitted PSG’s defense and beat Gianluigi Donnarumma, as the Copa Libertadores winners held firm against relentless pressure. “We showed how strong Botafogo is,” Jesus said, with the Brazilian side topping Group B with six points.

Lionel Messi dazzled in Group A, curling a trademark free-kick to secure Inter Miami’s 2-1 comeback win over Porto in Atlanta, marking a historic CONCACAF triumph over a European team. Porto led early via Samu Aghehowa’s penalty, but Telasco Segovia’s equalizer paved the way for Messi’s 54th-minute set-piece winner. Inter Miami, now with four points, are level with Palmeiras, who beat Al Ahly 2-0 despite a weather delay, thanks to an own goal and Flaco Lopez’s strike.

Atletico Madrid rebounded with a 3-1 win over Seattle Sounders, led by Pablo Barrios’ brace and Axel Witsel’s header, keeping them alive in Group B with three points alongside PSG, while Seattle face elimination. PSG coach Luis Enrique called the tournament “intense,” as his side needs a win against Seattle to stay in contention.

A draw between Inter Miami and Palmeiras on Monday will see both advance, while Botafogo face Atletico to cement their group lead.