With one game remaining in Group F of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, all eyes are on Mamelodi Sundowns as they prepare for their final group match against Brazilian giants Fluminense. The South African champions sit third in the group standings with 3 points, behind Fluminense and Borussia Dortmund, who both have 4 points.

🔍 What Are Sundowns’ Chances?

Mathematically, Sundowns can still qualify for the round of 16—but the conditions are tight:

1. Victory over Fluminense

A win will see Sundowns finish with 6 points—enough to secure a top-two finish regardless of the result in the Dortmund vs Ulsan HD game.

2. A Draw vs Fluminense? Not Ideal—but Possible

If Sundowns only manage a draw (ending with 4 points), they will need Ulsan HD to beat Dortmund by at least 2 goals. That result would leave Dortmund with 4 points and a worse goal difference, sending Sundowns through on superior goal difference.

3. A Loss = Elimination

Any loss to Fluminense will see Sundowns eliminated, as they would remain on 3 points.

Sundowns will need to summon every ounce of their experience, belief, and brilliance to topple Fluminense. Players like Iqraam Rayners, who scored the match-winning goal against Ulsan HD, will be crucial if the Tshwane-based outfit hopes to pull off a historic qualification.

“It’s now or never,” said one supporter online. “We’ve got to believe. We’ve come too far not to.”

The fate of South Africa’s champions now lies in their hands—and maybe just a little in Ulsan HD’s.

📅 Matchday 3 Fixtures:

• Mamelodi Sundowns vs Fluminense

• Borussia Dortmund vs Ulsan HD

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