“This is the game of our lives,” declared Flamengo striker Bruno Henrique, who played a key role in the group stage win over Chelsea, as he prepared for the game against Bayern Munich .

Bruno Henrique, a two-time Copa Libertadores winner, previously played in the quarter-finals of the 2015-16 Champions League, assisting Wolfsburg's 2-0 win over Real Madrid (a 3-0 second-leg defeat).

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Flamengo combine physical strength and experience. Photo: Imago

Wolfsburg's statements clearly show the importance that the team from Rio de Janeiro is aiming for, in the battle for the 1/8 round of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup .

Their opponents are Bayern Munich, Bundesliga champions but facing some doubts after losing the top spot to Benfica .

Flamengo are led by Filipe Luis, a former Atletico Madrid defender. He has become increasingly prominent as a coach globally, helping the red and black striped team to excellent performances.

Filipe Luis has won three different titles with Flamengo. Now he wants to overcome the big challenge of Bayern Munich to reach the quarter-finals of the 2025 Club World Cup.

With Filipe Luis, Flamengo was built into a team that combined physical strength, quality and a desire to beat any opponent.

With De la Cruz out of the picture, Flamengo have their best line-up against Bayern Munich. Jorginho will lead the midfield, with Plata or Luiz Araujo breaking forward to try and break through the German defence.

Veteran defender Danilo declared the chances for both teams as 50-50, mentioning tactics were very important.

However, for many, Bayern Munich's squad is slightly better, with the inspirational Michael Olise, Harry Kane's versatile finishing ability, or Joshua Kimmich's accurate ball distribution.

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Bayern have more outstanding individuals. Photo: Imago

The issue that worries coach Kompany is the physical condition of Jamal Musiala. The German star has not been in the best shape during the group stage, and the battle with Flamengo is even more fierce.

It is likely that Musiala will not be able to start. At that time, Kompany will have to find another solution to be effective in the attack.

Of course, in the loss to Benfica, Kompany did not take the result seriously by resting many key players. However, stability in a period of dense competition is still a big question mark for Bayern Munich.

The match is expected to be very tough under the sun and high humidity in Miami. If this is an obstacle for Bayern or the European representatives, and brings a significant advantage to Flamengo.

Expected lineup:

Flamengo (4-2-3-1) : Rossi; Wesley, Danilo, Pereira, Sandro; Pulgar, Jorginho; Gerson, De Arrascaeta, Luiz Ara u jo; Plata.

Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1) : Neuer; Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Stanisic; Kimmich, Goretzka; Olise, Muller, Coman; Harry Kane.

Match odds: Bayern Munich handicap 3/2

Goal ratio: 2 3/4

Prediction: Bayern Munich win 2-1 .

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/nhan-dinh-bong-da-flamengo-vs-bayern-munich-vong-1-8-fifa-club-world-cup-2416302.html