Ten Teams Secure Spots in FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16
The race for the FIFA Club World Cup knockout stages is heating up, with ten elite clubs already booking their places in the Round of 16 following the latest group stage matches.
Tuesday’s fixtures and early Wednesday games delivered thrilling results, with Benfica and Chelsea becoming the latest teams to advance.
Benfica Stuns Bayern Munich in Tight Contest
In a tightly contested clash, Benfica edged Bayern Munich 1-0, thanks to a first-half strike from Andreas Schjelderup. The Portuguese side held firm against the Bundesliga champions, sealing their place in the next round with a disciplined defensive performance.
Chelsea Dominate ES Tunis to Progress
Meanwhile, Chelsea cruised to a 3-0 victory over ES Tunis, showcasing their attacking depth. Tosin Adarabioyo opened the scoring before Liam Delap and Tyrique George added two more to secure the win for Enzo Maresca’s side.
Who Else Has Qualified?
Benfica and Chelsea join an impressive list of clubs that have already advanced, including:
Inter Miami
Palmeiras
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
Bayern Munich
Flamengo
Botafogo
Juventus
Manchester City
With the knockout phase taking shape, football fans can expect even more high-stakes drama as the tournament progresses. Which team will rise to claim the ultimate glory?