Flamengo got their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup (CWC) campaign underway in style, securing a dominant 2-0 win over ES Tunis at the iconic Lincoln Financial Field. With goals in each half and a mesmerizing performance from Luiz Araújo, the Brazilian giants demonstrated why they remain one of the top contenders in this year’s tournament.
This match set the tone for what promises to be an electrifying journey for Flamengo, who are still seeking redemption after their painful extra-time loss to Liverpool in the 2019 CWC final. Here’s how the action unfolded.
🔥 First-Half Fire: Arrascaeta Delivers Early Blow
Flamengo wasted no time asserting its dominance. The early minutes saw Léo Ortiz send a powerful header just over the bar, signaling intent. Moments later, it was the ever-dangerous Giorgian de Arrascaeta who broke the deadlock in the 17th minute, slotting home from a Luiz Araújo assist.
The Mengão midfield, marshalled by captain Gerson, continued to press high and create waves of attack. One fierce effort from Gerson nearly doubled the lead, forcing a fine save from ES Tunis goalkeeper Bechir Ben Said, who had a busy evening keeping Flamengo at bay.
⚽ Second-Half Spark: Araújo Seals the Win
Despite ES Tunis showing flashes of threat early in the second half, including a solid effort from Youcef Belaïli, Flamengo’s momentum remained unshaken. In the 53rd minute, Pedro nearly made it 2-0 after a brilliant setup from Arrascaeta, only to be denied once again by Ben Said.
But the moment of brilliance came in the 70th minute, when Luiz Araújo, later named Man of the Match, curled in a sensational goal from the edge of the box. Found in space by debutant Jorginho, the former Lille winger placed his strike perfectly into the far corner, sealing Flamengo’s victory.
🔜 What’s Next? Flamengo vs Chelsea in Blockbuster Clash
With three crucial points secured, Flamengo now look ahead to their next challenge — a high-stakes match against Chelsea, the 2024/25 UEFA Conference League winners. The English side impressed in their opener, beating Los Angeles FC 2-0.
Meanwhile, ES Tunis is on the brink of elimination and must now defeat LAFC in their upcoming fixture to stand any chance of progressing.
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📈 Final Thoughts
With a confident and creative display, Flamengo has thrown down the gauntlet in this year’s FIFA Club World Cup. As the action heats up, fans from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma will be glued to their screens, cheering for skill, drama, and football at its finest.
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