Seated on the steps in the late-afternoon sun along the west side of Lumen Field, Torri Murray watches the Sounders fans’ march to the match walk past while he finishes his traditional pre-match bratwurst.

Jair Cunha and Igor Jesus scored in the first half and Botafogo beat the Seattle Sounders 2-1 at the Club World Cup.

Brazilian champions Botafogo began their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup journey with a 2-1 victory over the Seattle Sounders on Sunday evening at Lumen Field. Goals from Jair Filho and striker Igor Jesus