Open Extended ReactionsBotafogo have defied their critics by making it to the Club World Cup round of 16, with Alex Telles saying the Brazilian club proved wrong those who said they came to the U.S. just to "see Mickey." Despite Botafogo losing their last group game 1-0 to Atletico Madrid, Telles and his teammates are into the round of 16 after finishing second in Group B. "Here we are, those who some said came to see Mickey in Disneyland, through to the round of 16 in the group of death. Botafogo won the Brazilian Serie A title in 2024 as well as the Copa Libertadores to earn their spot at this summer's Club World Cup. "We have to thank the Botafogo fans, and we have to be proud for Brazilian football."