Botafogo pulled off a stunning upset, defeating Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the Club World Cup, thanks to Igor Jesus’s brilliant individual goal.

In a shocking turn of events, Botafogo defeated PSG 1-0 in their second match of the Club World Cup.

Igor Jesus scored the winning goal in the 36th minute with a stunning individual effort, outmaneuvering two defenders and thumping a shot past Gianluigi Donnarumma. The South American champions held on to their lead through a tense second half, moving atop the group with a 2-0-0 record.

The victory marked a significant upset, as PSG had been on a 12-0 scoring streak in their previous three matches, winning the French Cup and the Champions League final. 

However, the European champions looked weary at times, and Botafogo’s defense held strong despite being outpossessed. Coach Renato Paiva praised his team’s performance, saying they played a “match that was almost perfect, technically speaking.”

Jesus’s goal was the first PSG had conceded since May 17, and it came after a remarkable individual effort. The Brazilian striker controlled a long pass from Jefferson Savarino, beat two defenders, and scored with precision.

PSG coach Luis Enrique acknowledged the difficulty of the competition, saying that every team is motivated against his side. 

He praised Botafogo’s defense, saying they were one of the toughest defensive teams in the tournament. Despite the loss, PSG remains in strong position to advance to the next round, with their next match against MLS side Seattle Sounders.

The victory was a historic moment for Botafogo, and the club now faces Atlético Madrid on Monday at the Rose Bowl with a surprising chance to advance from the group. The win has given Botafogo fans reason to celebrate, and the team will look to build on their momentum in the tournament.