Flamengo take on the visitors Bayern Munich in the round of 1/8-finals of FIFA Club World Cup. The match will be played on Sunday, June 29th at Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, FL).
Flamengo have performed well in the tournament and rightfully finished first in their group. Felipe Luis’s team are currently on an 11-match unbeaten run. They play proactive football, aiming to control possession and dictate the tempo of the game. Scoring has not been an issue for Flamengo—they’ve found the net in every match of this competition, including three goals against the group’s main favorite. The Brazilian side boasts a wealth of attacking talent, including their "super sub" Lorran, who has already scored twice coming off the bench. In addition to their six goals scored, they also hit the woodwork four times. On average, Flamengo are scoring over 2 goals per game in their recent domestic and international fixtures. Moreover, their recent 3-1 win over Chelsea in the group stage showed their ability to capitalize on defensive gaps against top European opposition.
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Bayern won the Bundesliga and came just one step away from reaching the Champions League final. Especially in the second half of the season, Bayern looked more cohesive and dangerous in attack. Star striker Harry Kane is yet to make a decisive mark in this tournament, but his overall scoring form this season has been phenomenal. Bayern scored ten goals past Auckland City and added two more against Boca Juniors. In their last match against Benfica, coach Vincent Kompany openly rotated the squad, giving key players much-needed rest, which resulted in a lackluster performance. It’s possible that Bayern strategically preferred to face Flamengo rather than Chelsea in the playoff bracket. The German side’s high pressing on the opponent’s half remains one of their strongest weapons, and this could cause problems for Flamengo, who are used to playing with possession but not under intense pressure. Additionally, Bayern have scored at least two goals in eight of their last ten competitive matches, highlighting their consistent offensive power.
Flamengo are unlikely to abandon their favored style of play. Luis’s men are known for their strong passing culture, but they rarely face teams of Bayern’s caliber. Any turnover or defensive error could easily result in a goal conceded. An open, end-to-end match would likely suit Kompany’s side, who simply have higher individual quality across the pitch. Bayern’s current top scorers in the competition are Olise and Musiala, both in fine form. As a reference point, Flamengo’s 3-1 win over Chelsea was a high-tempo, chance-filled encounter with four goals scored and many more opportunities created. Both teams had low-scoring final group matches, but mainly because the results had little impact on their qualification. However, Bayern’s attacking potential is undeniable—12 goals in this tournament and averaging nearly three goals per match in the Bundesliga speak for themselves.
Prediction for the match: Over 2.5 scored goals.
