Match report
Manchester City Stuns Fluminense 4-0 in FIFA Club World Cup
Manchester City
4–0
FT
Fluminense
Dec 22, 2023
Manchester City delivered a stunning performance, defeating Fluminense 4-0 to advance in the FIFA Club World Cup. The English giants were clinical and efficient from the start, with goals from J. Álvarez, an own goal by Nino, P. Foden, and another from Álvarez securing their victory.
Key Facts
- • Manchester City secured a 4-0 win over Fluminense in the FIFA Club World Cup.
- • J. Álvarez scored twice for Manchester City in the match.
- • Fluminense conceded an own goal by Nino early in the game.
- • P. Foden found the back of the net in the second half, adding to City's lead.
Lineups
Manchester City
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 31 Ederson (G)
- 2 Kyle Walker (D)
- 5 John Stones (D)
- 3 Rúben Dias (D)
- 6 Nathan Aké (D)
- 82 Rico Lewis (M)
- 16 Rodri (M)
- 20 Bernardo Silva (M)
- 47 Phil Foden (M)
- 10 Jack Grealish (M)
- 19 Julián Álvarez (F)
Substitutes
- 8 Mateo Kovačić
- 25 Manuel Akanji
- 24 Joško Gvardiol
- 27 Matheus Nunes
- 52 Oscar Bobb
- 33 Scott Carson
- 18 Stefan Ortega
- 68 Max Alleyne
- 21 Sergio Gómez
- 92 Micah Hamilton
- 76 Mahamadou Susoho
- 4 Kalvin Phillips
Fluminense
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Fábio (G)
- 2 Samuel Xavier (D)
- 33 Nino (D)
- 30 Felipe Melo (D)
- 12 Marcelo (D)
- 7 André (M)
- 8 Matheus Martinelli (M)
- 21 Jhon Arias (M)
- 10 Ganso (M)
- 11 Keno (M)
- 14 Germán Cano (F)
Substitutes
- 9 John Kennedy
- 45 Lima
- 40 Diogo Barbosa
- 5 Alexsander
- 4 Marlon
- 98 Vitor Eudes
- 22 Pedro Rangel
- 44 David Braz
- 23 Guga
- 29 Thiago Santos
- 20 Danielzinho
- 38 Yony González
Timeline
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1' Manchester City Goal · Normal GoalJ. Álvarez
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27' Manchester City Goal · Own GoalNino
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46' Fluminense subst · Substitution 1Off: Keno · On: John Kennedy
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57' Fluminense Card · Yellow CardMarcelo
Foul
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60' Fluminense subst · Substitution 2Off: Ganso · On: Lima
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60' Fluminense subst · Substitution 3Off: Marcelo · On: Alexsander
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61' Manchester City subst · Substitution 1Off: R. Lewis · On: M. Kovačić
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61' Fluminense subst · Substitution 4Off: Felipe Melo · On: Diogo Barbosa
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68' Fluminense Card · Yellow CardAlexsander
Foul
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72' Manchester City Goal · Normal GoalP. Foden · Assist: J. Álvarez
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74' Manchester City subst · Substitution 2Off: Rodri · On: M. Akanji
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74' Fluminense subst · Substitution 5Off: Nino · On: Marlon
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75' Manchester City subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Stones · On: J. Gvardiol
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81' Manchester City subst · Substitution 4Off: N. Aké · On: O. Bobb
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81' Manchester City subst · Substitution 5Off: P. Foden · On: M. Nunes
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84' Fluminense Card · Yellow CardJohn Kennedy
Foul
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88' Manchester City Goal · Normal GoalJ. Álvarez · Assist: M. Nunes
Match Stats
| Stat | Manchester City | Fluminense |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 13 |
| Pass Accuracy | 91% | 90% |
| Offsides | 3 | 3 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 15 | 5 |
| Corners | 4 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 530 | 442 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 8 | 2 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 3 |
| Possession | 55% | 45% |
| Accurate Passes | 480 | 397 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 1 |
| Saves | 2 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 9 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The early goal from J. Álvarez and the own goal by Nino set a strong tone for Manchester City, putting Fluminense under immediate pressure.
- ▸ P. Foden's second-half goal marked a significant moment as it extended City's lead and dampened any hopes of a comeback.