Schjelderup's Strike Propels Benfica Over Bayern in Club World Cup Thriller
Andreas Schjelderup's early goal secured Benfica a 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich in the Club World Cup. The match, played in extreme heat, saw Bayern drop to second place and Boca Juniors eliminated. Despite a disallowed goal by Bayern, Benfica's organized defense held strong.
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Andreas Schjelderup's decisive strike in the 13th minute led Benfica to a narrow 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich, placing the Portuguese club atop Group C in the Club World Cup. The intense heat posed a challenge, evident as Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni required medical attention in the opening half.
Bayern Munich, struggling to find their form, saw a potential equalizer in the 61st minute disallowed due to an offside call against Harry Kane. Despite late pressure and substitution efforts, Bayern failed to breach Benfica's resolute defense.
This result marked Bayern's first defeat in the tournament, leaving them in a precarious position ahead of the knockout stages. In post-match reflections, Thomas Müller acknowledged the robust challenge, while Nedim Bajrami celebrated Benfica's crucial win, highlighting their resilience.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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