The Club World Cup knockout-stage clash between Flamengo (Brazil) and Bayern Munich (Germany) will take place on June 29, 2025 (local time). Here is the prediction of this match.
Flamengo
Flamengo advanced as Group D winners with 2 wins and 1 draw (7 points), showcasing tactical discipline and defensive solidity. Their attack, led by striker Pedro and midfielder Giorgian De Arrascaeta (13 goals, 6 assists this season), scored 6 goals in three matches, emphasizing quick transitions and wide overlaps . Defensively, they conceded just 2 goals, with center-back Leo Pereira and goalkeeper Agustín Rossi forming a formidable partnership . Manager Felipe Luis’s 4-2-3-1 system prioritizes ball retention and set-piece efficiency.
Bayern Munich
Bayern secured Group C runners-up status with 2 wins and 1 loss (6 points), highlighted by a 12-goal attacking blitz in their first two matches. Star striker Harry Kane (22 goals, 8 assists in Bundesliga) and wingers Kingsley Coman and Leroy Sané spearheaded their high-pressing 4-2-3-1 formation, while midfielder Jamal Musiala’s creativity unlocked defenses . However, defensive vulnerabilities emerged in a 0-1 loss to Benfica, exacerbated by injuries to Alphonso Davies and Kim Min-jae, forcing reliance on Dayot Upamecano and Tah.
Analysis
Although Flamengo remained undefeated in the group stage, showcasing solid form with a stunning 3-1 victory over Chelsea, their overall strength is moderate. Their win against Chelsea was largely due to the opponent playing with a man down, and they even failed to defeat the weaker LAFC. By contrast, while Bayern Munich suffered a group-stage defeat, that match saw Bayern deploy extensive rotation, diminishing its reference value. Bayern’s 10-0 thrashing of Auckland City in the group stage highlighted their formidable attacking firepower. Thus, we anticipate a dominant Bayern performance, and they should have no problem securing a victory against their opponent.
Predictions
Handicap: Bayern-0.5
Scores: 0-1, 0-2, 1-2
Total Goals: 1, 2, 3
Corners: Over 9
