Salzburg in front of the World Cup Wunder: This is how FC cracks the real hurdle!

Salzburg in front of the World Cup Wunder: This is how FC cracks the real hurdle!

Audi Field, Washington D.C., USA - FC Salzburg fought a decision-making game for promotion to the round of 16 in the club world championship. After two unbeaten games, the last group game against Real Madrid is imminent, which can be followed in the live ticker in the night from Thursday to Friday from 3 a.m. This competition can be found in the Audi Field in Washington D.C. Instead of where the previous game also took place against Al-Hilal, which ended with a 0-0.

On the square, around 13,000 were enthusiastic about how both teams worked out for chance. Al-Hilal, under the direction of coach Simone Inzaghi, partly dominated the game. For Salzburg, however, there was the greatest opportunity in the 49th minute through Mellberg, which failed from just three meters to goalkeeper Bono. Al-Hilal also posted dangerous attacks, especially a counterattack by Malcolm, which was dangerous in the 57th minute.

The starting point before the decisive game

With 4 points each in the group, both Salzburg and Real Madrid have the opportunity to move into the round of 16 as a group winner. A victory against the royal dignity of Salzburg fulfilled this dream. Al-Hilal, currently with 2 points in third place, plays against Pachuca at the same time, who have already left the tournament.

A tie would make the chances of promotion of Salzburg complicated. In this case, Al-Hilal against Pachuca would have to gain a difference to keep Salzburg's chances. If the gates achieved, the fair play rating would decide, with Salzburg so far has one yellow card less than Al-Hilal. In the event of a defeat, Salzburg would be dependent on shooting aid from Pachuca to secure 2nd place.

preparation for the challenge

coach Thomas Letsch once again put a clear strategy for the upcoming game against Real Madrid. The careful preparation will be crucial in order not to fall back in the fair play rating compared to Al-Hilal and maximize the chances of progressing. It remains to be seen whether Salzburg can score the necessary points to realize the dream of climbing to the round of 16.

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The tournament is still in full swing, and the next games promise further exciting encounters in this prestigious competition. The focus remains on Salzburg, which is now preparing for the decisive phase.