Intercontinental Cup 2024: Botafogo Confirmed! Check the Qualified Teams and the Table

The 2024 agenda for the Botafogo has gained even more prominence. By winning the Copa Libertadores da América, Botafogo secured its spot in the Intercontinental Cup. The South American representative's debut in this decisive match is scheduled for December 11. The Intercontinental Cup began in September, with teams from Africa, Asia, and the Pacific region competing in the early stages. Unlike the new Club World Cup, which will take place every four years, the first edition of the tournament is set for 2025 in the United States, featuring 32 teams.

In addition to ensuring qualification for the European champion (who was already in the semifinals), FIFA has "relegated" the South American champion, who will now need to play an additional match to claim the intercontinental title. Botafogo, winner of the Copa Libertadores, advanced to the quarter-finals. AND MORE: Botafogo the glorious: Why is Botafogo called Glorious?   Under the guidance of coach Arthur Jorge, the team will face Pachuca from Mexico at Estádio 974 in Doha, Qatar. This matchup is considered a "derby of the Americas," with a trophy on the line. The winner will face Al Ahly from Egypt in the Challengers Cup on December 14, also in Doha. The team advances to the final of the Intercontinental Cup, scheduled for December 18. The determined opponent will be the reigning champion of the Champions League, Real Madrid. The match will be held at Lusail Stadium, the venue for the final of the Qatar World Cup.

In addition to qualifying for the Intercontinental Cup, the Copa Libertadores champions will also participate in the Club World Cup, which will take place from June 15 to July 13 next year. The winner will also compete against Racing, the winner of the Copa Sudamericana, for the Recopa title. This match is scheduled to occur from February 19 to 26. See also| Titles of Botafogo: See the complete list of the club's achievements

The teams that will participate in the Intercontinental Cup are as follows:

Al-Ain: Champion of the AFC Champions League 2023/24 Auckland City: Winner of the OFC Champions League 2024 Al Ahly: Champion of the CAF Champions League 2023/24 Pachuca: Winner of the CONCACAF Champions League 2024 Real Madrid: Champion of the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Botafogo: Winner of the CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores 2024 Read more about the Intercontinental Cup at: Intercontinental Cup 2024: Who does Botafogo face and full calendar   See the complete calendar of the final phase of the Intercontinental Cup 2024   Next Botafogo game: See the calendar for December, January, and February 2025   Recommended reading:Intercontinental Cup 2024