Club Atlético de Madrid will face Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas in a crucial Group B fixture of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group Stage today, Monday, June 23rd, 2025 (local time in the US). This highly anticipated match is being held at the **Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, United States**. Kick-off is at 12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET on Monday, June 23rd. For viewers in Kochi, Kerala, India, this translates to **12:30 AM IST on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025**.
Recent Form (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
Atletico Madrid: W-L-W-W-L (Overall: 3 Wins, 0 Draws, 2 Losses – *Their last Club World Cup match was a 3-1 win against Seattle Sounders, following a 4-0 loss to PSG in their CWC opener*)
Botafogo: W-W-W-W-W (Overall: 5 Wins, 0 Draws, 0 Losses – *Their last Club World Cup match was a surprising 1-0 win against PSG, following a 2-1 win against Seattle Sounders in their CWC opener*)
Head-to-Head (All-Time)
This will be the **first-ever competitive meeting** between Club Atlético de Madrid and Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas. They have never played each other in any official competition previously.
Team News
Atletico Madrid: Diego Simeone’s side had a mixed start to the tournament, with a heavy 4-0 defeat to PSG but a morale-boosting 3-1 win over Seattle Sounders. They likely need a significant victory to advance, especially to improve their goal difference, depending on the outcome of the concurrent PSG vs Seattle match. Key players like Antoine Griezmann (expected to be recalled) and Pablo Barrios (who scored twice in the last game) will be vital. Clément Lenglet returns from a one-match suspension. José María Giménez is currently injured and will miss out.
Botafogo: The Copa Libertadores champions have been the dark horses of Group B, securing two impressive wins, including a shock 1-0 victory over star-studded PSG. They are currently leading the ‘Group of Death’ and a draw here would see them top the group. Their defensive solidity and counter-attacking threat have been notable. Coach Renato Paiva is likely to stick with a similar lineup that has brought them success. Igor Jesus has been their main goal threat, scoring in both previous games. Recent signings like Arthur Cabral and Joaquin Correa are available but may not start.
Predicted Lineups
Atletico Madrid (4-4-2): Oblak; Llorente, Le Normand, Giménez, Galan; Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Gallagher; Griezmann, Alvarez.
Botafogo (4-3-3): John Victor; Vitinho, Cunha, Barboza, Telles; Gregore, Allan, Freitas; Artur, Igor Jesus, Savarino.
Match Facts
- This is a Group B match of the inaugural expanded FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
- Atletico Madrid qualified via UEFA’s ranking pathway.
- Botafogo qualified as the 2024 Copa Libertadores winner.
- Group B also features French champions Paris Saint-Germain and MLS side Seattle Sounders FC.
- As of this matchday, Atletico Madrid has 3 points (1 win, 1 loss) with a -2 goal difference. Botafogo has 6 points (2 wins) with a +2 goal difference.
- Atletico Madrid needs a significant win to improve their goal difference and potentially qualify. Botafogo needs only a draw to guarantee topping the group.
- The Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, is one of the major host venues for the tournament.
Score Prediction
This will be a high-stakes, intense battle. Atletico Madrid will be highly motivated to secure a decisive victory to boost their qualification chances. However, Botafogo has shown incredible resilience and tactical discipline, particularly in their upset win over PSG. While Atletico possesses superior individual quality, breaking down Botafogo’s organized defense will be a challenge. Botafogo’s confidence is soaring, and they will fight for every ball. Expect a hard-fought game, but Atletico’s need for goals might see them push relentlessly. Prediction: Atletico Madrid 2-1 Botafogo. (Note: This score might not be enough for Atletico to top the group, depending on the outcome of the concurrent PSG vs Seattle match.)
Where to Watch
The match starts at 12:30 AM IST on Tuesday, June 24th, 2025. Here’s where you can watch:
- In the United Kingdom: **5Action** (TV channel) and **DAZN** (streaming, free to view globally excluding certain territories like Belarus, Cuba, China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria).
- In the United States: **DAZN** (Free on DAZN app).
- In India: The match will be live-streamed on the **DAZN website** and the **FanCode app/website**. It is **not expected to be telecast on traditional TV channels** in India.
- Check your local listings for other broadcasters globally.
Free Ways to Watch
As mentioned, DAZN is broadcasting all 63 matches of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 **free to view globally** (with some territorial exceptions), requiring only an email address to register for a free account. Always ensure you are using legal and reliable sources for streaming.
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