The Matchday 2 clash of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup between PSG (France) and Botafogo (Brazil) will take place on June 20 at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, USA. PSG vs. Botafogo: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
PSG
The Parisians began the tournament with a commanding 4-0 victory over Atletico, scoring two goals in each half. Luis Enrique's side has now won four consecutive matches in the UEFA Champions League and the Club World Cup, conceding only one goal during this period. Following this significant win, the French team has taken the lead in Group B.
- At least three goals have been scored in 5 of PSG's last 6 matches in the UEFA Champions League and the Club World Cup.
- The Parisians have won 11 of their last 13 matches in these tournaments (2 losses).
- The team has opened the scoring in 6 of their last 7 games in the UEFA Champions League and the Club World Cup.
Predicted lineup for PSG (4-3-3)
Gianluigi Donnarumma – Nuno Mendes, William Pacho, Marquinhos, Achraf Hakimi – Fabian Ruiz, Vitinha, Joao Neves – Desire Doue, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Goncalo Ramos.
Forward Ousmane Dembele is injured.
Botafogo
The Brazilians emerged victorious over Seattle (2-1) in the first round, scoring both goals with headers. Renato Paiva's squad has now won four consecutive matches in the Copa Libertadores and the Club World Cup, although they have only kept a clean sheet in one of these games. Moreover, Botafogo has kept their opponents scoreless in just two of their last nine matches in these tournaments. With three points, the club is currently in second place in Group B.
- The Brazilians have scored in 9 of their last 11 matches in the Copa Libertadores and the Club World Cup.
- The team's uncompromising streak in these tournaments spans 10 matches (7 wins, 3 losses).
- Botafogo has not lost in 15 of their last 18 games in the Copa Libertadores and the Club World Cup (11 wins, 4 draws).
Predicted lineup for Botafogo (4-4-2)
John Victor – Alex Telles, Vitinho, Jair Cunha, Alexander Barbosa – Gonzalo Mastriani, Gregory, Marlon Freitas, Leo Arthur – Jefferson Savarino, Igor Jesus.
Referee
Drew Fischer (Canada)
Matches – 9 (International matches, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 40;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.4;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 26;
Penalties – 56%.
Match Prediction: PSG vs. Botafogo
PSG secured a big win in the first round, but it's worth noting that Luis Enrique's side scored two goals after Atletico had a player sent off late in the match. The French team's results are impressive, but they have only managed to thrash opponents in two of their last six matches in the UEFA Champions League and the Club World Cup.
Botafogo's head coach will likely instruct his players to tighten their defense to contain PSG's formidable attack. The Brazilians generally avoid defensive collapses, having not suffered a heavy defeat in 38 matches in the Copa Libertadores and the Club World Cup.
PSG is one of the tournament favorites, but they are unlikely to steamroll all opponents. Additionally, the Brazilians have ample international experience, making them a tough opponent. My prediction: Botafogo with a handicap (+2.5)
