After completing the group stage without a loss, Palmeiras prepare to take on Botafogo in the Round of 16 at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Both teams have showcased impressive form, but Botafogo have contended with two highly renowned European teams: Atletico Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. In these matches, they demonstrated a strong competitive edge, reflecting their ability to challenge top-tier opponents. However, they fell short on the final matchday and did not maintain an undefeated record.
On the one hand, Palmeiras enter the Round of 16 unbeaten, yet their path has not been entirely convincing. Despite a victory over Al Ahly, back-to-back ties against Porto and Inter Miami have stirred criticism among Brazilian fans who question the teamās form, even as they topped Group A. Furthermore, they have not bested Botafogo since November 2023, casting further doubt on their chances in the upcoming match.
On the other hand, Botafogo have emerged as one of the tournamentās standout teams. Placed in a challenging group with two European powerhouses, they showcased their competitive edge. While they narrowly lost to Atletico Madrid, they held a clean sheet until the 87th minute in a closely contested match. They also pulled off a remarkable victory against Paris Saint-Germain, the defending UEFA Champions League winners and a strong favorite for the title.
What happens if Palmeiras beat Botafogo?
If Palmeiras defeat Botafogo in the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, they automatically advance to the quarterfinals. The tournament uses a single-elimination format, so every match carries high stakes. With this win, Palmeiras would solidify their status as one of the competitionās top teams. They would then face the winner of the Benfica vs. Chelsea match, which promises an exciting challenge.
Murilo of Palmeiras passes the ball during a match vs Juventude at Allianz Parque on June 23, 2024.
Furthermore, this victory would break Palmeirasā frustrating seven-game winless streak against Botafogo. Ending that drought would boost team morale and add another layer of motivation. Overall, they aim to assert their dominance on the world stage while overcoming a familiar rival.
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What happens if Palmeiras and Botafogo tie?
If Palmeiras and Botafogo tie at the end of the 90 minutes, the game will proceed to extra time. The teams would then play two periods of 15 minutes each. During these halves, both teams would have the chance to break the deadlock. However, if they fail to do so in extra time, the result would be decided from the penalty spot.
What happens if Palmeiras lose to Botafogo?
If Botafogo defeat Palmeiras, they are automatically qualified to the quarterfinals of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, eliminating Palmeiras from the competition. This outcome would also mark their eight-game winless streak against Botafogo. Renato Paivaās squad will then advance to face the winner of the Benfica vs. Chelsea matchup in the tournamentās quarterfinals.
