Bayern Munich have the chance to secure maximum points in Group C when they take on European rivals Benfica in their final group game at the Club World Cup.
After hitting double-digits against minnows Auckland City, the Bundesliga champions were forced to work hard for three points on Matchday 2. Miguel Merentiel’s stunning solo goal brought Boca Juniors level in the second half, but standout performer Michael Olise struck late on to secure Bayern’s victory.
Vincent Kompany’s men are assured of their spot in the round of 16, but a rare defeat to Benfica in Charlotte would see the Portuguese team usurp them at the group’s summit.
Nicolás Otamendi’s equaliser against Boca on Matchday 1 looks set to prove crucial in deciding who joins Bayern in the knockouts, and a point on Tuesday will be enough to see them advance. However, if the Germans continue their excellent record in this fixture, a seven-goal swing would leave Benfica vulnerable to an early elimination.
Auckland face Boca in their final group game after Benfica put six past them last time out.
Here is guide to this clash in Group C at the Club World Cup.
