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Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has made a bold statement after his side suffered a shocking defeat in the Club World Cup
Botafogo pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the FIFA Club World Cup with a 1-0 win over star-studded Paris Saint-Germain at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
The result not only shocked the European champions but also earned praise from Luis Enrique, who rated Botafogo’s defence above Premier League heavyweights Arsenal and Liverpool.
Botafogo stun PSG in historic upset
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The Brazilian side absorbed pressure, stayed compact, and punished the Parisians with a lethal counterattack in the first half.
Jefferson Savarino started the move with a sharp interception and sent Igor Jesus through on goal, who rifled a deflected shot past Donnarumma to score what would be the game’s only goal.
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PSG, fielding a near-full-strength Champions League-winning squad, were repeatedly frustrated by Botafogo’s resilient shape and relentless work rate.
Attempts to equalise fell flat as the Brazilian side executed their game plan to perfection, helping Botafogo climb to the top of Group A.
Luis Enrique praises Botafogo’s defensive display
After the final whistle, Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique did not hide his admiration for Botafogo’s resistance.
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“Botafogo is the team that has defended best against us this season,” Luis Enrique said, boldly claiming their organisation outmatched even Champions League opponents like Arsenal and Liverpool.
“We didn't generate as many chances as usual… they defended very well. We’re used to deep blocks, but this was something else,” the Spanish gaffer concluded.
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The defeat stings for PSG, but Luis Enrique and his boys must regroup ahead of the final Club World Cup group game against Seattle Sounders.
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