Fluminense shockingly beat Inter Milan 2‑0 in their Round of 16 match at the FIFA Club World Cup on June 30, 2025 in Charlotte, knocking out the Champions League runners‑up

⚽ Match Summary

3rd minute: Germán Cano got the opener, heading a deflected cross past Yann Sommer for an early lead

Tight contest: Inter dominated possession (~68%), but Fluminense created the more dangerous moves. Jhon Arias was a constant threat, winning duels and setting up chances

90+3 minute: Substitute Hércules sealed it with a composed shot from the edge of the box into the bottom-right corner

Key Notes

Tactical setup: Renato Gaúcho’s use of a 3‑man defence was effective—compact and difficult for Inter to break 

Standout performances:

Jhon Arias shone with his pressing, dribbling, and creating most chances

German Cano and Hércules delivered clinically with decisive goals.

Veteran keeper Fábio (44) made some crucial saves to preserve the clean sheet

🏆 What It Means

Fluminense advance to the quarter-finals and now await the winner of Manchester City vs Al‑Hilal, scheduled for July 4 in Orlando 

Inter Milan’s season ends in disappointment—eliminated at Round of 16 shortly after finishing as Champions League runners‑up and missing out on a potential Treble

📊 Stats at a glance

Stat Inter Milan Fluminense

Possession ~68% ~32%

Shots (on target) 16 (4) 11 (4)

Early goal — 3′

Late goal — 90+3′

Clean sheet ❌ ✅

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