Seattle
Brazil’s Botafogo kicked off their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 campaign with a 2-1 win over Major League Soccer side Seattle Sounders at Lumen Field on Monday (IST). First-half goals from Jair Cunha and Igor Jesus secured three points, placing Botafogo second in Group B, behind Paris Saint-Germain on goal difference.
Cunha scored his first senior goal with a powerful header from a free kick in the 28th minute. The Sounders responded in the second half, dominating play and finally scoring in the 75th minute when Cristian Roldan’s header deflected into the net.
Botafogo coach Renato Paiva said, “We started strong but didn’t handle their pressure in the second half. We lost control.” Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer praised his team’s fight: “We competed and showed our character.”
In another match, SE Palmeiras and FC Porto played out a goalless but lively draw. Despite ending 0-0, both sides created many chances. Palmeiras attempted 17 shots, with five on target, but couldn’t convert. Porto held firm defensively throughout the game.
The result leaves all four teams in Group A with one point each, keeping the group wide open ahead of the next matchday. With close results and intense games, fans can expect more action as the tournament progresses.
Palmeiras and Porto will now look to secure wins in their next games to advance, while Botafogo aim to continue their momentum in Group B. The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 has started with promising displays and closely contested matches, building excitement for the upcoming fixtures.