Live Blog! Mamelondi vs Fluminense in the FIFA Club World Cup
Welcome to another round of the first edition of the revamped Club World Cup. This Wednesday, South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns will take on Fluminense at the Hard Rock Stadium in the third match of Group F.
The match ends with a score of 0-0, with this result Fluminense qualifies to the next round, on the other hand Mamelondi is eliminated, thanks for joining us, see you in the next match.
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Mamelodi Sundowns: between hope and challenge
Mamelodi Sundowns go into this key match in third place in Group F, with three points from two games played. Their progress in the tournament began with a historic 1-0 win over Ulsan Hyundai, the first victory for an African club in the new format of the competition. Under Portuguese coach Miguel Cardoso, the South African side showed confidence in the first half and defensive solidity in the second half.
However, their next match against Borussia Dortmund showed both strengths and weaknesses. The Sundowns offered an outstanding attacking approach, scoring three goals, but ended up losing 3-4 to the German side, making clear the difference in hierarchy between the two teams.
Cardoso now faces a complex challenge: on the one hand, the team needs to go out for the win with the determination shown against Dortmund; on the other, a more pragmatic and defensive approach will probably be required to counter Fluminense offensive power.

Fluminense: confidence and solidity on the rise
Fluminense goes into this decisive match with full confidence and conviction. The “Tricolor” have followed the successful path of Brazilian clubs in this edition of the tournament and remain undefeated in the group stage.
After a goalless draw against Borussia Dortmund, the team coached by Renato Gaúcho only needs a point to seal their qualification to the next round. Although they failed to score in their most recent match, the Brazilian team showed order, discipline and tactical solidity.
Fluminense are also on a five-game unbeaten streak in all competitions, with four wins and a draw. Renato Gaúcho is expected to introduce some variations in the starting lineup to face Mamelodi Sundowns, although such adjustments should not affect the team's consistency. With a clear technical superiority, the Brazilian team will be looking to impose its style and confirm its candidacy for the title.