Tricolor das Laranjeiras wins 4-2 in a thrilling match; Arias shines with a stunning free-kick goal and Keno seals the comeback at the end.

Date: June 21, 2025 | Location: Tokyo International Stadium, Japan | Competition: 2025 FIFA Club World Cup – Group Stage

Match Summary

Fluminense achieved a spectacular comeback this Saturday (21st) by beating Ulsan Hyundai 4-2, in a match valid for the second round of the group stage of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The Rio team took the lead with a stunning free-kick goal by Jhon Arias, but the South Koreans reacted and turned the score around in the first half, with Lee Dong-Gyeong and Um Won-sang. After the break, coach Renato Gaúcho made tactical changes and the team returned with a different attitude: Nonato, Freytes, and Keno scored for Flu and secured the victory. With the result, Fluminense reached 6 points in Group F and now only needs a draw against Mamelodi Sundowns to qualify for the knockout stages of the competition.

Conclusion

With a consistent performance and ability to react, Fluminense showed why it is one of the favorites for the world title. The Brazilian team now only depends on itself to confirm its place in the knockout stages. The fans can be excited about the performance and dream big in Japan.

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Upcoming Matches

• Fluminense x Mamelodi Sundowns
  Date: June 25, 2025 | Time: 11:00 AM (Brasília) | Location: Yokohama International Stadium | Broadcast: TV Globo, SporTV, FIFA+
• Ulsan Hyundai x Borussia Dortmund
  Date: June 25, 2025 | Time: 11:00 AM (Brasília) | Location: Saitama Stadium

Ulsan is already eliminated, while Borussia and Mamelodi are competing for the second spot in the group with Fluminense.