CR Flamengo 2–4 Bayern Munich: Kane Brace Sends Bavarians into Club World Cup Quarters

Bayern Munich booked their place in the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals with a 4–2 win over Brazil’s Flamengo in an action-packed encounter at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Saturday, June 29, 2025.

The German champions came out flying, scoring twice in the opening ten minutes. Flamengo midfielder Erick Pulgar turned a Joshua Kimmich corner into his own net in the 6th minute, giving Bayern an early lead. Just three minutes later, Harry Kane struck a thunderous long-range effort that crashed off the post and in, doubling the advantage.

Flamengo, backed by a passionate crowd, responded through Gerson in the 33rd minute. The midfielder found space at the edge of the box and drilled home a fine finish to reduce the deficit. However, Bayern responded swiftly. Leon Goretzka smashed in a volley in the 42nd minute, restoring the two-goal cushion and sending the Bavarians into the break with a 3–1 lead.

The second half saw Flamengo push hard. They were rewarded when Michael Olise was penalized for a handball, and Jorginho calmly converted from the spot in the 55th minute to bring the score to 3–2. The Brazilian side continued to press, but Bayern’s discipline and composure kept them in control.

Harry Kane put the game beyond doubt in the 73rd minute with his second goal of the night. After a Flamengo defensive error, Kane pounced to finish clinically, securing the 4–2 victory. The England captain’s brace took his season tally to 41 goals and tied him for the most goals scored by an Englishman in Club World Cup history.

Bayern’s win sets up a blockbuster quarter-final clash with Paris Saint-Germain. Meanwhile, Flamengo exit the tournament with pride after a spirited performance, but defensive lapses proved costly on the day.

Match Stats:

Goals: Flamengo 2 – 4 Bayern Munich

Possession: Flamengo 51% – 49% Bayern

Shots on Target: Flamengo 3 – 4 Bayern

Yellow Cards: Flamengo 4 – Bayern 5

With Harry Kane in top form and Bayern’s attack firing on all cylinders, the German side looks poised for a deep run in the tournament. Their next test against PSG promises to be another high-stakes thriller.