Botafogo secured their place in the Club World Cup last 16 despite losing 1-0 to Atletico Madrid. Antoine Griezmann’s late strike earned Atletico the win, but Paris Saint-Germain’s concurrent 2-0 triumph over Seattle meant Botafogo edged through on goal difference. Atletico coach Diego Simeone lamented the narrow exit, praising his side’s effort despite finishing level on points with the Brazilians. Botafogo finished second in Group B behind PSG and now move on to face the Group A runners-up.
