Fluminense and Al-Hilal played their matches as part of the World Club Championship. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
The playoff matches took place on July 4 in Orlando. In this match, Fluminense defeated Al-Hilal with a score of 2:1.
In the first half, Mateus Martines opened the scoring in the 40th minute. However, in the 51st minute, Leonardo Markos equalized the score.
In the second half, Erikules put the team ahead in the 70th minute. During the match, both teams acted cautiously, committing many fouls, and both teams intensified their activity near their penalty areas.
The first half was mostly slow and serious, with the game only coming to life in the final minutes. The only goal of the first half for Fluminense was scored by Mateus Martines, who skillfully placed the ball into the net.
Al-Hilal missed several opportunities, including a penalty decision that was later canceled after review. In the second half, Leonardo Markos's goal equalized the score again.
After that, Fluminense took control of the game and began to launch active attacks. Kangon's only opportunity was brilliantly thwarted by Bunu, preventing them from conceding a goal.
Later, the team created a dangerous situation with a long attack, and Erikules brought the score to 2:1. In the remaining minutes of the game, Al-Hilal attempted to create more penalty opportunities, but these situations did not benefit either team.
As a result, Fluminense showcased its high level and advanced to the semifinals. This match was the most unexpected encounter in the quarterfinals of the World Club Championship, as many were anticipating the game between Inter and Manchester City.
However, due to the unexpected exit of European clubs from the competition, the quarterfinals began between the teams from Brazil and Saudi Arabia. This game was marked by intense competition and caution, with both teams striving to strengthen their defenses.
As a result, Fluminense managed to advance to the next stage of the World Club Championship.
