Man City, Fluminense ready for FIFA Club World Cup 2023 final in Jeddah
Jeddah: Man City and Fluminense are set to clash in the FIFA Club World Cup 2023 final in Jeddah. Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, and Fluminense’s Brazilian head coach, Fernando Diniz, expressed their eagerness for the upcoming match during a pre-final press conference at King Abdullah Sports City. Both managers conveyed their confidence in their teams’ readiness for the significant encounter.
Diniz acknowledged the challenge of facing the best European football club, managed by Guardiola, but expressed confidence in Fluminense’s preparation. He highlighted the significance of the match, emphasizing that it’s a dream come true for him as a coach. Felipe Melo, Fluminense’s 40-year-old defender, addressed recent discussions about player age, dismissing social media criticism and emphasizing his dedication to the game.
Guardiola urged his players to seize a potentially unique opportunity, emphasizing the importance of adding the Club World Cup title to their achievements in the current calendar year. A victory in Jeddah would make Manchester City the first English side to secure the Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup in a single year. Guardiola praised the talent and quality of Fluminense’s players while emphasizing the historic significance of the title for Manchester City.
Kyle Walker, the captain of Manchester City, expressed the team’s full focus on winning the crucial title, anticipating a tough match against a formidable opponent. The players are determined to make history on Friday.
