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Palmeiras vs Botafogo – Match Highlights, Who do they Face Next? and More

A Deep Dive into Palmeiras’ Victory and Quarter-Final Journey

Credit: Susana Vera-Reuters via Imagn Images

Palmeiras became the first side to enter the final eight of the Club World Cup 2025 after beating Botafogo 1-0. In an extra time thriller, Paulinho scored the only goal of the match at the 100th minute mark.

The Brazilian clash after ending goalless in the normal time had some controversial moments in the dying moments of extra time. Gustavo Gomez of Palmeiras receiving a red card towards the end will miss out on the quarter-finals through suspension.

🇧🇷⭐️ | 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐞̂𝐯𝐚̃𝐨 (𝟏𝟖) vs Botafogo:
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• 64 Minutes Played
• 3 Key Passes
• 75% Pass Accuracy
• 12 Passes Completed
• 1/5 Successful Take-Ons
• 2/9 Ground Duels Won
• 1 Tackle
• 1 Shot On Target

It may have been his last game for Palmeiras … pic.twitter.com/LNwedNOOE1
— Rising Stars XI (@RisingStarXI) June 28, 2025

Match Analysis: Palmeiras vs. Botafogo in the FIFA Club World Cup

The game was marked by a physical contest, with Palmeiras recording 19 shots compared to Botafogo’s 16, though only 5 of Palmeiras’ shots were on target against Botafogo’s 2. Possession was closely contested, with Palmeiras holding 46% and Botafogo 54%, while pass accuracy stood at 82% for Palmeiras and 85% for Botafogo, reflecting a well-matched midfield battle.

Palmeiras committed 11 fouls and received 4 yellow cards, while Botafogo had 20 fouls and 6 yellow cards, indicating a scrappy encounter. Additional stats highlight Palmeiras’ edge with 15 corner kicks to Botafogo’s 8, and 4 offside calls compared to Botafogo’s 1, underscoring their aggressive attacking play despite the tight scoreline.

Despite losing to Palmeiras and being eliminated from the Club World Cup, Botafogo goalkeeper John was awarded the Superior Player of the Match award.

Facing either Chelsea or Benfica in the quarter-finals, Palmeiras will represent Brazil at one of the greatest stages in club football.

Being unbeaten in the Club World Cup 2025 in the first four games, Abel Ferreira and his side had exceeded expectations of many fans and pundits. As they continue their campaign, their blend of defensive solidity and attacking flair will be key to their aspirations of lifting the trophy.

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Mayur Dedwal

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I’m a Sports Content Writer with expertise in football. Being a decade old football enthusiast and part-time coach, I try to bring to life to the articles in a statistical manner. Being around all kinds of sports updates and able to put in my perspective’s to the happenings in the world of football are few of the many things i like in doing what i do. You can find me playing Sunday leagues or Xbox on weekends!