We look at the 3 matches taking place on Monday (South African time) in the FIFA World Club Cup and we also apply our minds to the 2 matches taking place in the early hours of Tuesday morning South African time.
The second day of the FIFA Club World Cup brings three intriguing fixtures across Groups A, B and D. Palmeiras and Porto face off in a closely matched opener, followed by a South American–North American clash between Botafogo and Seattle Sounders. The day concludes with Chelsea taking on MLS champions Los Angeles FC in Texas and we have also added the Group E Boca Juniors v Benfica match and the Group F Flamengo v Esperance game.
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Game 4 – Group A
Palmeiras vs FC Porto
Kick-off: 16 June at 00:00
Venue: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey
Palmeiras enter the tournament as 2021 Copa Libertadores champions, bringing a high-energy and technically skilled side featuring experienced heads such as Raphael Veiga. FC Porto qualified through UEFA’s ranking system and offer a well-drilled unit with European pedigree. Expect a tight contest between South American flair and European structure.
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Palmeiras – 2.55
Draw – 3.30
FC Porto – 3.00
I can’t pick a winner here but I think we will get goals
BET: Over 2.5 goals at 2.20
Game 5 – Group B
Botafogo vs Seattle Sounders
Kick-off: 16 June at 04:00
Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington
Botafogo are the 2024 Copa Libertadores winners and bring with them momentum and a technically gifted squad. Seattle Sounders, who made history as the first MLS team to win the CONCACAF Champions League in 2022, will be on familiar turf and aim to press their advantage with key players like Jordan Morris and Cristian Roldan. A balanced fixture with home support possibly tipping things Seattle’s way.
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Botafogo – 2.05
Draw – 3.30
Seattle Sounders – 3.80
I am going for an upset win here and Seattle to get off to a flyer
BET: Seattle Sounders win at 3.80
Game 6 – Group D
Chelsea vs Los Angeles FC
Kick-off: 16 June at 21:00
Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas
Chelsea return to the Club World Cup after earning their spot through UEFA’s ranking system, and arrive with a revitalised squad under Enzo Maresca. LAFC qualified by winning the 2023 MLS Cup and will look to compete with their high-paced, attacking style led by stars like Denis Bouanga. Chelsea’s depth and European quality make them heavy favourites in this one.
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Chelsea – 1.30
Draw – 6.00
Los Angeles FC – 10.00
I am expecting Chelsea to win but it may be closer than the bookies think and I am looking for a 1 goal win.
BET: Handicap, Chelsea -1 the draw at 4.00
Game 7 – Group E
Boca Juniors vs Benfica
Kick-off: 17 June at 00:00
Venue: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California
Boca Juniors return to the world stage as 2023 Copa Sudamericana winners and will look to make a statement against one of Europe’s most technically adept sides. Benfica qualified via UEFA rankings and bring a talented squad including the veteran forward Ángel Di María. This match should be tightly contested, with flair and tempo from both sides.
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Boca Juniors – 5.50
Draw – 4.00
Benfica – 1.63
Benfica should get the win here but I expect a fast paced game with goals.
BET: Over 2.5 goals at 1.95
Game 8 – Group F
Flamengo vs Esperance Sportive de Tunis
Kick-off: 17 June at 03:00
Venue: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California
Flamengo, who play their trade in the Copa do Brasil, boast depth and firepower, with names like the captain Gerson providing quality. They qualified through the rankings pathway.
Esperance arrive as the 2023 CAF Champions League runners-up and they qualified due to their year 4 ranking. They will hope to stay compact and catch Flamengo on the counter.
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Flamengo – 1.35
Draw – 5.50
Esperance – 9.00
Flamengo should be too strong here and I am backing them to win by more than a goal.
BET: Handicap, Flamengo -1.5 goals at 2.00
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