Group B’s blockbuster clash sees Botafogo, perfect in their Club World Cup campaign so far, face Spanish heavyweights Atletico Madrid in a pivotal match that could all but secure the Brazilians’ knockout-stage berth while testing Diego Simeone’s side’s tournament credentials on Monday, 23 June.
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Atletico Madrid vs Botafogo prediction: Plenty of goals await
Key stats
- Atletico Madrid have lost three of their last 10 games in all competitions.
- Los Rojiblancos have won and lost their previous two CWC games.
- Botafogo are on a five-game winning streak across all competitions.
- Botafogo have lost just once in their last 10 matches in all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Atletico Madrid 2-2 Botafogo
Atletico Madrid secured their maiden win at the tournament last matchday, beating Seattle Sounders 3-1, although they still have the group’s second poorest goal difference. A win here would keep their chance of progression alive, which now largely depends on how the PSG vs Seattle game materializes.
However, they face one of the most in-form teams in the competition – Botafogo are one of the three teams, alongside Bayern Munich and Flamengo, to win their first two games. Renato Paiva’s men are tough nut to crack, but so are Simeone’s Atleti. This clash should end on level terms given the defensive rigidity and tactical matchup at play.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Atleti the clear bookies’ favourites
- HOME: 7/10 (1.70) – 58.8%
- DRAW: 27/10 (3.70) – 27%
- AWAY: 19/5 (4.80) – 20.8%
Atleti did well to put their PSG ghosts behind in their comfortable win over Seattle. Bookmakers strongly back the Spanish natives to edge the Brazilians, with odds of 7/10 (1.70) in their favour. These numbers indicate a majority 58.8% probability of victory.
For Botafogo, the chance of qualification is straightforward – either win or draw to guarantee progression in the round of 16. Despite their impressive form having beaten PSG by the narrowest of margins, they are priced lower than Atletico, with 19/5 (4.80) odds on their name.
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Most recent H2Hs: Never before
The two teams have never met before. This will be their first-ever encounter on the competitive stage.
Atletico Madrid preview: Simeone at full strength
Atleti have little to no concerns on their hands as they prepare for this do-or-die encounter. In fact, they are boosted by the return of Clement Lenglet into the side after he missed Thursday’s clash due to being off against PSG.
Predicted lineup: Oblak (GK), Llorente, Gimenez, Le Normand, Galan, Simeone, De Paul, Koke, Barrios, Sorloth & Alvarez
Spain La Liga 10/05/25
W
Real Sociedad
0
Atletico Madrid
4
Spain La Liga 03/05/25
D
CD Alaves
0
Atletico Madrid
0
Spain La Liga 24/04/25
W
Rayo Vallecano
0
Atletico Madrid
3
Spain La Liga 19/04/25
L
Las Palmas
1
Atletico Madrid
0
Spain La Liga 14/04/25
W
Valladolid
2
Atletico Madrid
4
Botafogo preview: Pavia to power Fogo past Atleti?
Botafogo are in the same boat as Atleti, fully fit except for the absence of Jeffinho. They are aiming a third successive CWC victory.
Predicted lineup: John (GK), Vitinho, Kair Cunha, Alexander Barboza, Telles, Allan, Gregore, Freitas, Artur, Igor & Jefferson
Brazil Serie A 11/05/25
W
Internacional
0
Botafogo
4
Copa Libertadores 06/05/25
W
Carabobo
1
Botafogo
2
Brazil Serie A 04/05/25
L
EC Bahia
1
Botafogo
0
Copa do Brasil 30/04/25
W
Capital CF
0
Botafogo
4
Brazil Serie A 27/04/25
W
Fluminense
0
Botafogo
2
Player to Watch: Igor Jesus
All eyes will be on Botafogo star marksman Igor Jesus, who has two goals in as many appearances this tournament. Interestingly, both of Jesus’ goals have arrived in the final 10 minutes of the first half. Expect the Brazilian to give Atletico’s renowned backline some headaches.