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Club World Cup: Benfica Beats Bayern Munich in Scorching Heat to Win Group C

Benfica defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 on June 24, 2025, in Charlotte, securing first place in Group C at the Club World Cup in sweltering 33C heat.
The win followed Bayern's rotated lineup and lack of urgency with no shots on target in the flat first half, worsened by concerns over pitch and heat conditions.
Andreas Schjelderup scored in the 13th minute with an assist from Fredrik Aursnes, and goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin made key saves to preserve the lead.
Bayern's equalising goal by Joshua Kimmich was ruled out due to a Harry Kane offside; Kompany said, "Our first half wasn't good at all" and feared the heat affected play.
Benfica's first-ever victory over Bayern sends them to face Chelsea, who advanced after beating Esperance 3-0, highlighting Benfica as surprise Group C winners with Bayern second.

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