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Match Preview: Manchester City vs Fluminense - FIFA Club World Cup Final 2023

Manchester City vs Fluminense Match Preview
The much-anticipated FIFA Club World Cup final is set to take place on December 22, 2023, featuring a showdown between Manchester City and Fluminense. This match, a first-time competitive encounter for both teams, promises a blend of tactical prowess and star power.
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Venue and Time

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Location: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Date and Time: Friday, 22 December, Kick-off at 18:00 GMT.

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Teams' Recent Form

Manchester City: Their form has been mixed with recent results of LDWDW.

Fluminense: Exhibiting strong form with a record of WWLLW in their last five games.

Man City players celebrating their goal || Credit: Imago

Key Players to Watch

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Manchester City: Julian Alvarez, a dynamic forward, is expected to lead the line in the absence of key players.

Fluminense: Jhon Arias, known for his goal-scoring prowess, is a significant threat upfront.

Fluminense players celebrating || Credit: Sporting News

Historical Head-to-Head and Rivalry

This final marks the first competitive meeting between Manchester City and Fluminense, adding an exciting layer of unpredictability to the fixture.

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Player Injuries and Suspensions

Manchester City: Missing Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne, and Jeremy Doku due to FIFA regulations.

Fluminense: No major injury concerns were reported.

Playing Styles and Tactics

Manchester City: Known for their possession-based, attacking football, with an emphasis on fluid passing and movement.

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Fluminense: Demonstrates resilience and tactical flexibility, capable of adapting to different game situations.

Betting Tips and Predictions

The match is expected to be high-scoring, with over 2.5 goals predicted.

Manchester City is favored to win, but the spirited performance of Fluminense could lead to a closely contested match.

Time and Where to watch

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The match time is 9 pm WAT and for Nigerian viewers, it's best to check local sports channels for live coverage closer to the match, like SuperSports.

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