The game is the 2nd match of Group B in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which is a new tournament with 32 teams from six different confederations.
Match Prediction
Botafogo RJ, who represent South American football, got their spot by winning the 2024 Copa Libertadores, where they beat Atlético Mineiro 3-1 in the final.
Seattle Sounders made it in by winning the 2022 CONCACAF Champions League, becoming the first MLS team to do this since 2001. This will be their second time in the tournament after they reached the quarter-finals in 2022.
Group B also has Paris Saint-Germain and Atlético Madrid, so starting strong is really important. This is the first time Botafogo and Seattle will compete against each other, which makes it even more exciting.
16.06.2025 04:00
FIFA Club World Cup – Round 1
Botafogo RJ vs Seattle Sounders
Botafogo RJ: The Brazilian team is doing pretty well, winning their last three games in Serie A. However, their overall performance in the 2025 season has been a bit up and down, with five wins, three draws, and three losses in 11 league matches, which puts them in eighth place. Their victory in the Copa Libertadores shows they can handle pressure in important games, but a 3-0 defeat to Pachuca in the 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup reveals they can struggle against tough teams.
In total, in 2025, Botafogo has played 19 games in all competitions, achieving 15 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, proving they are strong in crucial matches.
Seattle Sounders: The MLS team had one loss in 9 games, with their latest competitive match ending in a 1-2 defeat against Minnesota United, and a 0-3 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps. However, they have allowed goals in 7 of their last 9 matches, showing some weaknesses in defense. Seattle’s performance in the MLS is steady, but going up against a Copa Libertadores champion like Botafogo is a big challenge. Their home record is impressive, with just one loss in their last 15 games at Lumen Field.
Based on the analysis, Botafogo has been doing really well lately, has a healthy team, and has good attacking skills, which means they might just beat the Seattle Sounders. Even though Seattle plays at home and Rusnak is in good shape, they might still score. However, their injuries and not-so-great recent performances could make it hard for them to stop Botafogo’s offense.
Our prediction:
1 (Botafogo RJ to Win)
Odds:2.20
Published: 15.06.2025 23:12
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How the Teams Might Line Up:
Botafogo RJ (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: John
Defense: Telles, Ricardo, Jair, Vitinho
Midfield: Freitas, Gregore
Attack: Rodríguez, Jesus, Artur
Striker: Mastriani
Seattle Sounders FC (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Frei
Defense: Tolo, Bell, Ragen, Roldan
Midfield: Roldan, Vargas
Attack: Kent, Rusnák, Vega
Striker: Ferreira
Players Who Won’t Play:
Botafogo has a full, healthy squad ready for the match. Seattle Sounders have a few concerns. Jordan Morris, Kim Kee-Hee, Paul Arriola, and Stuart Hawkins are out. Yeimar Gómez is doubtful but may play if possible.