FIFA Club World Cup: Fluminense prevail over Al Ahly to reach final
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FIFA Club World Cup: Fluminense prevail over Al Ahly to reach final

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Goals in the final 20 minutes carried Fluminense into FIFA Club World Cup final against Manchester City or Urawa Reds. Fluminense coach Fernando Diniz credited his side’s experience for riding out an Al Ahly storm to reach the final of the Club World Cup with a 2-0 win on Monday. At the age of 40, Felipe Melo became the oldest outfield player in Club World Cup history, while ex-Real Madrid captain Marcelo, 35, won the decisive penalty. “I think it is this mix of young players and experience that has helped Fluminense a lot.” The last 10 Club World Cups have been won by European sides.

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