The race for the Round of 16 at the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup is nearing its climax, with 14 teams already sealing their places in the knockout stage as of Thursday morning, leaving just two spots up for grabs.
Borussia Dortmund secured top spot in Group E following a narrow 1-0 victory over Ulsan HD, courtesy of a first-half strike from Daniel Svensson. The win sees the German side advance into the next round.
Joining them is Brazilian side Fluminense, who managed a tense 0-0 draw against South African champions Mamelodi Sundowns. The point was enough to see the Copa Libertadores holders through.
Earlier today, Inter Milan claimed top honours in Group E with a convincing 2-0 win over Argentina’s River Plate. Meanwhile, Mexican giants Monterrey completed a dominant performance against Urawa Red Diamonds of Japan, winning 4-0 to take the group’s second qualifying spot.
The newly qualified sides now join an already star-studded cast in the Round of 16, which includes Inter Miami, Palmeiras, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, Benfica, Bayern Munich, Flamengo, Botafogo, Juventus, and Manchester City.
With only two places left to be decided, the stage is set for a dramatic conclusion to the group phase as clubs battle for a chance at global glory.
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