Flamengo will face American opposition for the first time as they meet Los Angeles FC, who are still chasing their first-ever point at the Club World Cup. While the Brazilians have already secured top spot in Group D with back-to-back wins, LAFC arrive in Orlando eliminated and hoping to salvage pride in their final appearance.
LAFC vs Flamengo preview
Flamengo have already rubber stamped their spot in the Club World Cup knockout stages with a game to spare, doing so as group winners as well, so will they continue their momentum? First, the Rubro-Negro swatted aside Espérance Sportive de Tunis 2-0 in Pennsylvania; Giorgian de Arrascaeta and then Luiz Araújo the scorers. Then, on Friday, Filipe Luís' side fought back from a goal down to defeat Chelsea 3-1 on a memorable afternoon at Lincoln Financial Field.
With the Blues in front at the interval, very few were forecasting a comeback, only for quick-fire goals from Bruno Henrique and then Danilo a mere two minutes apart to turn the game on its head. Chelsea were then reduced to ten men shortly after, before Wallace Yan secured the points late on. These victories mean Flamengo are guaranteed to top Group D, thereby traveling to Miami on Sunday, poised to face either Benfica or Boca Juniors. Before then, will the Mengão win again?
In stark contrast, Los Angeles FC were the last team to qualify for this summer's Club World Cup, and were one of the very first to be eliminated. After a 2-0 defeat against Chelsea, Steve Cherundolo's side were then beaten again on Friday night, this time very disappointingly defeated 1-0 by ES Tunis in Nashville. In the tenth minute of injury time, referee Espen Eskås did give the Black and Gold a golden chance to snatch a point, only for Denis Bouanga to see his spot-kick saved in Tennessee.
Thus, LAFC will return to Major League Soccer action after this once, facing Vancouver Whitecaps as soon as Sunday, but they'd still love to claim a notable Club World Cup scalp here. Nevertheless, based on what both have produced this summer, a Flamengo victory seems likely in Orlando.
LAFC vs Flamengo head-to-head record
These two clubs have never previously met.
LAFC team news
Given that they've already been eliminated, and the fact they're in action again this weekend, will Steve Cherundolo go full-strength or rotate? Olivier Giroud led the line against Espérance de Tunis, but his poor form continued, so could Jeremy Ebobisse return this time?
LAFC predicted lineup vs Flamengo: (4-3-3): Lloris; Palencia, Long, Segura, Hollingshead; Igor Jesus, Delgado, Tillman; Martínez, Bouanga, Ebobisse.
LAFC player to watch vs Flamengo
Denis Bouanga is, unquestionably, LAFC's star man, scoring the winner against Club América to get them into this tournament, so, having missed the last-gasp spot-kick on Friday, can he make amends at Camping World Stadium?
Flamengo team news
Similarly, knowing they'll be in the last 16 on Sunday, Filipe Luís could make wholesale changes. Erick Pulgar, Gesron, Bruno Henrique and Gonzalo Plata are all one yellow card away from a suspension, so don't be surprised if that quartet in particular are left in reserve.
Flamengo predicted lineup vs LAFC: (4-2-3-1): Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Jorginho, Allan, Matheus Gonçalves, Wallace Yan, Éverton; Pedro.
Flamengo player to watch vs LAFC
Jorginho has been oustanding since arriving from Arsenal, so the new signing will continue to be key to Flamengo's chances of success stateside this summer.
LAFC vs Flamengo prediction
Even if Flamengo do heavily rotate, we are backing the current Brasileirão league leaders to prevail in Orlando, picking up three points from this dead-rubber in Florida: LAFC 1-2 Flamengo.
LAFC vs Flamengo FAQs - FIFA Club World Cup
How to watch LAFC vs Flamengo FIFA Club World Cup game on TV channel?
LAFC vs Flamengo FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: DAZN UK
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How to watch LAFC vs Flamengo FIFA Club World Cup game on live streaming?
LAFC vs Flamengo FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: DAZN UK
- USA: DAZN USA.
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What is the date and kick-off time for LAFC vs Flamengo in the FIFA Club World Cup?
LAFC vs Flamengo takes place on Tuesday 24 June 2025, with kick off at 2:00am (BST), 21:00 (EDT) & 18:00 (PDT).