Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will face Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas in a Group B fixture of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group Stage today, Thursday, June 19th (local time). This eagerly anticipated match is being held at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, United States. Kick-off is at 9:00 PM ET (6:00 PM PT local time in the US) on Thursday, June 19th. For viewers in Kochi, Kerala, India, this translates to **6:30 AM IST on Friday, June 20th, 2025**.
Recent Form (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
Paris Saint-Germain: W-W-W-W-W (Overall: 5 Wins, 0 Draws, 0 Losses – *Their last match was a dominant 4-0 win against Atlético Madrid in the CWC opener*)
Botafogo: W-W-W-L-W (Overall: 4 Wins, 0 Draws, 1 Loss – *Their last match was a 2-1 win against Seattle Sounders in the CWC opener*)
Head-to-Head (All-Time)
This will be the **first-ever competitive meeting** between Paris Saint-Germain and Botafogo. Their paths have not crossed in any official competition previously. This marks a historic occasion as it’s also the first official competitive game of a Ligue 1 club against a non-UEFA team at the Club World Cup.
Team News
Paris Saint-Germain: The reigning UEFA Champions League winners started their Club World Cup campaign in emphatic fashion with a 4-0 thrashing of Atlético Madrid. Luis Enrique’s side is in superb form, having also completed a domestic treble. While Ousmane Dembélé is still nursing a quadriceps injury, PSG boasts incredible depth. Midfielders Vitinha and Fabián Ruiz were among the scorers in the opener, and new signings like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia have seamlessly integrated. Bradley Barcola is also back in full training.
Botafogo: The Copa Libertadores champions also began their tournament with a victory, a 2-1 win over Seattle Sounders. They’ve shown resilience and tactical discipline. Key new signings Arthur Cabral and Joaquín Correa featured off the bench in the opener and could play bigger roles. Igor Jesus, who scored against Seattle, remains their main offensive threat. Cuiabano, who was a doubt, is expected to recover in time, but Matheus Martins and Jeffinho are ruled out.
Predicted Lineups
Paris Saint-Germain (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; João Neves, Vitinha, Fabián Ruiz; Kvaratskhelia, Gonçalo Ramos, Désiré Doué.
Botafogo (4-2-3-1): John; Vitinho, Jair Cunha, Barboza, Alex Telles; Gregore, Marlon Freitas; Artur, Jefferson Savarino, Cuiabano; Igor Jesus.
Match Facts
- This is a Group B match of the inaugural expanded FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
- Paris Saint-Germain qualified as the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League winner.
- Botafogo qualified as the 2024 Copa Libertadores winner.
- Group B is considered a “group of death,” also featuring Atlético Madrid and Seattle Sounders FC.
- Both teams won their opening matches in the tournament (PSG 4-0 Atlético Madrid, Botafogo 2-1 Seattle Sounders). A win here guarantees a spot in the Round of 16.
- The Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, is the largest venue hosting games in the Club World Cup, with an 88,500-seat capacity.
Score Prediction
This match features two continental champions, both coming off opening wins. PSG’s attacking firepower and recent dominant form make them strong favorites. While Botafogo showed resilience against Seattle, PSG’s quality, particularly in midfield and attack, is on another level. PSG will aim to secure their spot in the knockout stages early. Expect them to control possession and create numerous chances. Prediction: Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 Botafogo.
Where to Watch
The match starts at 6:30 AM IST on Friday, June 20th, 2025. Here’s where you can watch:
- In the United Kingdom: DAZN (and DAZN website/app). All 63 matches are free to view on DAZN globally (excluding 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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