A last-second save from goalkeeper John on Pedro de la Vega in the final minute of stoppage time allowed Botafogo to hold on for a 2-1 win over the Seattle Sounders in the first game of the FIFA Club World Cup on Sunday night.

“CBP is working with FIFA to facilitate the lawful travel of players and fans to the FIFA Club World Cup at our ports of entry,” he said. “CBP will continue to safeguard our borders and welcome the world. From international arrivals to championship dreams, we’re here to keep it all running strong.”

The Seattle Sounders will take the field tonight as they host their first match in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup against Botafogo. The 2022 Concacaf Champions League winners will take on the 2024 Copa Libertadores champions in a match with American ties.

Major League Soccer's Seattle Sounders will face off against Brazilian Serie A champions Botafogo in the group stage of the Club World Cup on Sunday.

Botafogo head into the break with a commanding 2-0 lead in this FIFA Club World Cup 2025 clash. Jair Cunha opened the scoring in the 28th minute with a header, before Igor Jesus doubled the lead with a sharp header off Vitinho's pinpoint cross just before halftime.

Seattle soccer fans will have a chance to watch 17-year-old star Franco Mastantuono when River Plate faces the Urawa Red Diamonds on Tuesday at Lumen Field.

The streets of Pioneer Square were flooded by attendees of the FIFA Club World Cup, a prelude to the 2026 World Cup, boosting local revenue and hotel occupancy.

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The FIFA Club World Cup is being overshadowed by rumors and social media posts suggesting increased immigration enforcement presence at matches — not just in Seattle, but across the country.