Paris Saint-Germain have scored four or more goals on 19 occasions in all competitions this season. This will be Botafogo's first competitive encounter with European opposition at the FIFA Club World Cup.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo preview
After both made a winning start to their respective Club World Cup campaigns on Sunday, will either make it two wins out of two in California? Paris Saint-Germain were crowned European champions for the very first time less than three weeks ago, and they reinforced the fact that they are the team to beat on opening night. Les Parisiens demolished Atlético Madrid 4-0 in Pasadena, with midfielders Fabián Ruiz and then Vitinha on target with long-range strikes in the first half, before late goals from substitutes Senny Mayulu and then Lee Kang-in from the penalty spot rubber stamped the points.
Luis Enrique's side have won every competition they've entered so far this season, picking up yet another domestic treble in France and, as mentioned, that maiden Champions League crown, hence why many believe les Rouge-et-Bleu are the team to beat this summer. Thus, PSG will fancy their chances of booking their place in the round of 16 by claiming yet another victory here.
Botafogo too got three points on the board at the weekend, beating Seattle Sounders 2-1, thanks to first half headers from Jair Cunha and then Igor Jesus in the Pacific Northwest. Given that there are two European juggernauts in Group B, few are forecasting that Renato Paiva's team will progress to the knockout phase, hence why beating the Sounders was so pivotal for the Brazilian champions.
Having won the Copa Libertadores for the very first time last November, Fogo are making their Club World Cup debut, with this their first-ever competitive fixture against European opposition. So, can Botafogo cause a massive upset and derail this seemingly unstoppable PSG side at the Rose Bowl?
Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo head-to-head record
These two clubs have never previously met.
Paris Saint-Germain team news
Ousmane Dembélé is still nursing a quadriceps injury, so did not feature against Atlético Madrid, with Luis Enrique looking to make sure his star attacker is available later in the tournament.
In his absence, with Bradley Barcola also out, forgotten forward Gonçalo Ramos enjoyed a rare start, set to keep his place, flanked by Désiré Doué and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. That aside, Lucho's team is very settled, looking to win this one so he can rotate in Seattle on Monday.
Paris Saint-Germain predicted lineup vs Botafogo: (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; João Neves, Vitinha, Fabián; Doué, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia.
Paris Saint-Germain player to watch vs Botafogo
Fabián Ruiz broke the deadlock with an excellent strike from outside the area against Atleti, his sixth goal of the season, with the Spaniard likely to orchestrate midfield once again.
Botafogo team news
Renato Paiva remains without defenders Bastos and Hugo, as well as attackers Matheus Martins and Jeffinho due to injury. New striker Arthur Cabral made his debut off the bench at the weekend, having just arrived from Benfica, so could he partner Sunday's scorer Igor Jesus this time?
Botafogo predicted lineup vs Paris Saint-Germain: (4-4-2): John; Vitinho, Jair Cunha, Barboza, Telles; Freitas, Gregore, Artur, Savarino; Cabral, Igor Jesus.
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Igor Jesus' header against the Sounders was his eighth goal of 2025 and 16th in Fogo colours overall, so could he be the hero in LA?
Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo prediction
Not bold, but we cannot see beyond yet another PSG victory here, with the European champions likely to be far too strong for their South American counterparts: Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 Botafogo.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo FAQs - FIFA Club World Cup
How to watch Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo FIFA Club World Cup game on TV channel?
Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: DAZN UK
- USA: DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo FIFA Club World Cup game on live streaming?
Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: DAZN UK
- USA: DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo in the FIFA Club World Cup?
Paris Saint-Germain vs Botafogo takes place on Thursday 19 June 2025, with kick off at 2:00am (BST), 21:00 (EDT) & 18:00 (PDT).