PSG vs Botafogo: Club World Cup Prediction (20.06.2025)

On June 20, 2025, at 08:00 WIB, PSG will face Botafogo at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, USA, in the second round of the Club World Cup. Bookmakers consider the Parisians clear favorites. Let’s review the current form of both teams and give our prediction for the match.

PSG

PSG played their opening match of the tournament in Pasadena as well. Despite the hot weather, the team adapted well and delivered a spectacular performance, crushing their main group rival, Atletico Madrid, 4-0. PSG continues to show top form, which Luis Enrique’s squad has maintained since the second half of the season.

The Parisians have scored at least three goals in each of their last five matches. That includes the biggest win in Champions League final history: a 5-0 victory over Inter Milan. Against Atletico, PSG completely dominated with 74% ball possession and an overwhelming 11:1 advantage in shots on target. This form positions them as one of the main contenders to win the tournament.

Botafogo

The Brazilian side also started the Club World Cup with a win. Therefore, this upcoming match can be seen as a battle for the top spot in the group and potentially early qualification for the knockout stage. However, Botafogo’s opponent was much weaker — Seattle Sounders, playing at home. Despite the win, Botafogo looked worse in terms of overall performance and lost in nearly every statistical category: xG – 0.90 vs 2.18, possession 40% vs 60%, shots – 12 vs 23. Based on this, it’s hard to imagine Botafogo putting up a serious challenge against the current PSG squad, who are clearly motivated to win their fourth trophy of the season. Additionally, Botafogo has to travel from Seattle to Pasadena, while PSG are playing their second game there and have already acclimatized.

Stats and Head-to-Head Record

There is no previous head-to-head history between the two sides. This will be their first-ever meeting on the pitch.

Prediction

For the PSG vs Botafogo match, our prediction favors the Parisians. The team is in excellent form and will likely aim to secure early qualification for the knockout stage, giving them a chance to rest key players in the next match. Therefore, we recommend betting on PSG to win with a -1.5 handicap at odds of 1.55.