⚽ Kane Inspires Bayern Past Boca Juniors to Seal Club World Cup Knockout Spot
🔥 Captain Kane Leads from the Front
Harry Kane continues to deliver on the big stage. The England skipper was involved in both goals as Bayern Munich edged past Argentina’s Boca Juniors 2-1 to become the first team through to the FIFA Club World Cup knockout stages.
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⚽ 18’ Goal – Kane coolly slotted home from 10 yards
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⚽ 84’ Assist – Set up Michael Olise for the winner with a clever touch
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🏆 Player of the Match performance in a heated clash
⚔️ The Game Unfolded
Bayern took control early with Kane’s opener, but Boca hit back with a stunning equaliser from Miguel Merentiel in the second half. Just when it looked like the spoils would be shared, Kane unlocked the defense again to assist former Crystal Palace winger Olise, who curled in the match-winner with class.
“We knew it wasn’t going to be easy. It’s a big tournament, but the mindset is simple — it’s us vs us.” – Harry Kane, post-match on Dazn
🚨 Injury Concern for Bayern
A shadow was cast over Bayern’s win as Jamal Musiala limped off just 25 minutes after coming on. The extent of the injury remains unclear — but it’s a blow Kompany won’t welcome ahead of the knockouts.
🧮 Group B Standings: The Math
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Bayern now top Group B
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One point vs Benfica in their final match guarantees first place
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If Chelsea finish second in their group, they could face Bayern in the last-16
🔄 Meanwhile, Boca Juniors still have a slim chance:
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They must hope Benfica lose to Bayern
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AND overturn a seven-goal swing to advance
💥 Elsewhere in the Group
Benfica thrashed Auckland City 6-0, officially knocking out the New Zealanders who have conceded 16 goals in 2 games — the worst defensive record in the tournament so far.
