Atletico Madrid managed to beat Botafogo 1-0, but it wasn’t enough to advance in the Club World Cup as PSG defeated Seattle 2-0 and moved on! Yes, you read that right – the Spanish giant got knocked out on goal difference, while PSG, who dominated but struggled with a pitch Luis Enrique called a “ball bouncing like a rabbit,” secured their spot in the round of 16. Botafogo topped the group with 7 points, PSG and Atletico had 6 each, but Atletico had the worst goal difference. Is the pitch in the USA really so bad it affects results? Luis Enrique and Niko Kovač agreed the turf condition is below par, and maybe FIFA should ask itself – are we watching football or hopping over potholes? Sound off – is the pitch a legit excuse for Atletico’s flop or just a cover-up for poor play? Who’s your favorite to win the Club World Cup? Let the comment wars begin!
