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Fluminense Storms into Club World Cup Semis with Thrilling Victory!
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04 Jul 2025
In a breathtaking showdown at Camping World Stadium, Florida, Fluminense FC triumphed over Al-Hilal with a 2-1 scoreline in the Club World Cup 2025 quarterfinals. The Brazilian side, led by veteran Thiago Silva, began aggressively, drawing first blood with Matheus Martinelli's unstoppable strike in the 40th minute. The first half ended with Fluminense holding onto their narrow lead.
The game reached another gear as the second half unfolded. Al-Hilal cranked up the pressure immediately, leading to Marcos Leonardo equalizing in the 51st minute. However, Fluminense wasn't fazed and retaliated with relentless force. Hercules scored the match-winning goal in the 70th minute, sealing Fluminense's place in the semis. Al-Hilal struggled but couldn’t claw back.
With this thrilling victory, Fluminense emerged as the first team to secure a spot in the semifinals. The Brazilian outfit now eagerly awaits the winner of the Palmeiras vs Chelsea clash, promising fans more exhilarating football action. Their performance against Al-Hilal has set a high standard, demonstrating their intent to go all the way to the title.
Throughout the match, Al-Hilal showed tenacity, threatening Fluminense and putting their defense to the test. A penalty scare further adrenaline in the game, but VAR stepped in, denying Al-Hilal the opportunity. Despite showing resilience and determination, Al-Hilal couldn't break through Fluminense's defense in the last minutes. With this, Fluminense has claimed a legendary win, fuelling anticipation for their next encounter. With their eyes on the prize, Fluminense seems ready to tackle any challenge on route to the championship.
