The FIFA Club World Cup has really kicked into gear over the past few days, evidenced by this quarter-final meeting between two non-European nations.
Before a ball was kicked in the Round of 16, everyone expected Inter Milan and Manchester City to be locking horns at this stage of the competition.
But instead we have the most intriguing of contests between Fluminense and Al-Hilal, with a place in the semi-finals well and truly up for grabs.
So, read on for yet another Club World Cup betting preview from NetBet, with some more tips for your football bets on this exciting summer competition.
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Fluminense vs Al-Hilal Preview
Monday night and the early hours of Tuesday morning saw the most dramatic events of the Club World Cup yet.
In the earlier kick-off, Fluminense claimed a famous 2-0 win over Inter, before Al-Hilal stunned the world with a goal-filled victory over City.
Strikes from Marcos Leonardo and Malcom helped take the game to extra-time, with Bernardo Silva and Erling Haaland netting for the Citizens in the regulation 90.
Kalidou Koulibaly put the Saudi side 3-2 ahead in the 94th minute, only for Phil Foden to equalise shortly after.
All signs were then pointing to a City victory, but in the 114th minute, Leonardo struck again to break Pep Guardiola’s heart.
It was a match Al-Hilal fans will never, ever forget, though you do wonder how much it has taken out of the players ahead of the quarter-final in the searing Orlando heat.
But Fluminense had to defend for their lives against Inter and furthermore, the yellow card picked up by Rene will see the left-back miss this match – which is a significant blow for the Brazilian outfit.
Even more responsibility will be on the shoulders of the evergreen Thiago Silva as a result, although the veteran centre-back has never been someone to shy away from a defensive challenge.
Fluminese vs Al-Hilal Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Al-Hilal are slight favourites to claim the win here at odds of 2.49. A Fluminense victory is priced at 2.72, while the draw after 90 minutes is 3.33.
Fluminense vs Al-Hilal Betting Tips
First half result – Fluminense @ 3.34
Fluimense may have a little more energy in the legs at kick-off and their fast start against Inter leads us to believe that they could be ahead again when the players walk back to the dressing room for half-time.
Player to score or assist – Jhon Arias @ 2.20
Arias was a star performer against Inter, combining flair and creativity with an incredible work ethic. He could be a decisive factor in this match.
Player to score or assist – Marcos Leonardo @ 2.10
With Mitrovic still absent from the squad, the stage is set once again for Leonardo. And after his two goals against City, the Brazilian youngster will be feeling more confident than ever in the final third.
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