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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 44323, member: 636"]
Botafogo shocked Paris Saint-Germain with a 1-0 victory at the Rose Bowl during the FIFA Club World Cup. The Brazilian team proved South American clubs can beat Europe's best teams. PSG started strong when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia nearly scored twice early on. The Georgian winger was their only real threat as other star players struggled throughout the match.

Botafogo grew stronger as the game continued and took the lead before halftime. Igor Jesus scored after Jefferson Savarino delivered a perfect pass. Jesus controlled the ball with one touch and fired past goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. The shot deflected off a defender and wrong-footed the Italian keeper.

The Brazilian defense held firm during the second half against PSG attacks. Goalkeeper John and center-backs Alexander Barboza and Jair Cunha stopped everything PSG threw at them. Right-back Vitinho defended well against the dangerous Kvaratskhelia. PSG had a goal ruled offside as their best chance to equalize.

Botafogo can advance as group winners with a draw against Atletico Madrid. PSG must beat Seattle Sounders to reach the knockout rounds safely. The victory gives hope that the new Club World Cup format will produce exciting upsets.
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