{"id":6485,"date":"2025-06-25T07:43:19","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T07:43:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/?p=6485"},"modified":"2025-06-25T07:43:20","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T07:43:20","slug":"benfica-stun-bayern-munich-1-0-to-top-group-c-and-advance-to-club-world-cup-round-of-16","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/benfica-stun-bayern-munich-1-0-to-top-group-c-and-advance-to-club-world-cup-round-of-16\/","title":{"rendered":"Benfica Stun Bayern Munich 1-0 to Top Group C and Advance to Club World Cup Round of 16"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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In a dramatic Group C finale at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, SL Benfica pulled off a historic 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich<\/a><\/strong>, securing top spot and a place in the Round of 16. Despite holding just 27% possession<\/strong>, the Portuguese giants showcased tactical discipline and defensive resilience to outwit the German champions in Charlotte, North Carolina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Schjelderup\u2019s Early Strike Sets the Tone<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The match\u2019s defining moment came in the 13th minute<\/strong>, when Andreas Schjelderup<\/strong> latched onto a low cross from Fredrik Aursnes and calmly slotted past Manuel Neuer. It was Benfica\u2019s first-ever competitive win over Bayern and a goal that would ultimately decide the group standings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defensive Masterclass in Sweltering Conditions<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With temperatures soaring above 35\u00b0C, Benfica adopted a compact low block, frustrating Bayern\u2019s high-possession approach. Goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin<\/strong> emerged as the hero, making four crucial saves<\/strong>, including a double stop from Leroy San\u00e9 and Thomas M\u00fcller, and a late denial of Aleksandar Pavlovic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bayern thought they had equalized through Joshua Kimmich in the 61st minute, but the goal was ruled out for offside against Harry Kane, who obstructed the keeper\u2019s view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benfica\u2019s Tactical Brilliance Pays Off<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While Bayern dominated the ball with 73% <\/a>possession<\/strong>, they struggled to break down Benfica\u2019s disciplined shape. Manager Bruno Lage\u2019s strategy<\/strong> to absorb pressure and strike early proved decisive. The result sees Benfica finish Group C with 7 points<\/strong>, ahead of Bayern\u2019s 6, and sets up a Round of 16 clash against Chelsea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What\u2019s Next?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Benfica will face Chelsea in Charlotte on June 28, while Bayern must regroup ahead of a tough encounter with Flamengo in Miami.

Stay tuned to\u00a0BangbetNews<\/a>\u00a0for all the latest updates on Club World Cup performances!

Bangbet<\/a>\u00a0More Than Win!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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