This will be Internazionale Milano's first-ever meeting with a Brazilian club; they did compete at the 2010 Club World Cup alongside Internacional, but the Reds were beaten in the other semi-final.
Fluminense have never beaten a European team in two attempts, drawing 0-0 with Borussia Dortmund this summer, having been demolished 4-0 by Manchester City in December 2023.
Inter Milan vs Fluminense preview
Internazionale Milano won back-to-back Intercontinental Cups in the mid-60s, as well as the Club World Cup in 2010. So, having reached two of the last three Champions League Finals, could they be the team crowned champions of the world in under a fortnight? I Nerazzurri did ultimately top Group E, but had to work hard for every point they picked up. After a 1-1 draw with Monterrey in Pasadena, Inter found themselves a goal down against Urawa Red Diamonds, seemingly on the brink of a humiliating defeat, only for Lautaro Martínez's spectacular bicycle kick to draw them level, before Valentín Carboni, in his first appearance since an ACL tear, slotted home a stoppage time winner.
Nevertheless, Il Biscione still had work to do in their final group game to book their spot in the last 16, beating River Plate 2-0 in Seattle; Francesco Pio Esposito and Alessandro Bastoni both on target late on in the Pacific Northwest. After their ignominious 5-0 demolition in the Champions League Final at the hands of PSG, Simone Inzaghi resigned to take the Al-Hilal job, meaning new boss Cristian Chivu, who is very much still a rookie, was parachuted in at the 11th hour. Nevertheless, Inter still have a strong team, capable of going all the way, certainly favourites for this tie in Charlotte.
Fluminense though cannot be written off and, if their group stages results are anything to go by, they'll be difficult to defeat in North Carolina. After a goalless draw with Borussia Dortmund, the Fluzão fought back from 2-1 down to ultimately defeat underdogs Ulsan HD 4-2 in East Rutherford; Nonato, Juan Pablo Freytes and Keno all on target during a second half scoring spree.
Then, on Wednesday, Renato Gaúcho's side required just a draw on the final matchday and, well, that's exactly what they got, very much holding Mamelodi Sundowns at arms length in Miami, picking up the goalless draw they required. Here however, this'll be the toughest test Fluminense have faced this summer, so can they upset the odds at Bank of America Stadium, or will Inter march on to face either Manchester City or Al-Hilal in the quarter-finals on Friday in Orlando.
Inter Milan vs Fluminense head-to-head record
These two clubs have never previously met.
Inter Milan team news
Marcus Thuram has seen just 32 minutes of action this summer due to ongoing injury issues. Meantime, Yann Bisseck, Benjamin Pavard, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Davide Frattesi and Piotr Zieliński are all injured, while Iranian international Mehdi Taremi has not traveled to the United States.
In Thuram and Taremi's absence, Francesco Pio Esposito will continue in attack, after scoring against River Plate in mid-week. Elsewhere, Stefan de Vrij could return to defence, with new signings Luis Henrique and Petar Sučić both begginnging the afternoon on the bench.
Inter Milan predicted lineup vs Fluminense: (4-3-3): Sommer; Darmian, Bastoni, Acerbi; Dumfries, Asllani, Mkhitaryan, Barella, Dimarco; Martínez, Esposito.
Inter Milan player to watch vs Fluminense
Lautaro Martínez has been on target against both Rayados and Urawa Red Diamonds at this tournament to date, taking his tally to 24 for the season, so can he add to that in North Carolina?
Fluminense team news
Star striker Germán Cano had been nursing a knee injury ahead of this tournament, but has started Fluninense's last two matches, so will once again be leading the line. Star centre-back Thiago Silva was rested against Mamelodi Sundowns in mid-week, but will return to the team here.
Fluminense predicted lineup vs Inter Milan: (4-3-3): Fábio; Xavier, Thiago Silva, Freytes, Fuentes; Martinelli, Hércules, Ganso; Arias, Serna, Cano.
Fluminense player to watch vs Inter Milan
Goalkeeper Fábio is still going strong at 44 years of age, set to make his 1,198th senior club appearance here, the most of any player, breaking Peter Shilton's all-time record.
Inter Milan vs Fluminense prediction
This clash in North Carolina is unlikely to be high-scoring, that much is for certain, and we do give the slight edge to Internazionale, backing them to prevail in the end: Inter Milan 1-0 Fluminense.
Inter Milan vs Fluminense FAQs - FIFA Club World Cup
How to watch Inter Milan vs Fluminense FIFA Club World Cup game on TV channel?
Inter Milan vs Fluminense FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Channel 5 and DAZN UK
- USA: DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Inter Milan vs Fluminense FIFA Club World Cup game on live streaming?
Inter Milan vs Fluminense FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: My5 and DAZN UK
- USA: DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Inter Milan vs Fluminense in the FIFA Club World Cup?
Inter Milan vs Fluminense takes place on Monday 30 June 2025, with kick off at 20:00 (BST), 15:00 (EDT) & 12:00 (PDT).