LAFC and CR Flamengo will play their final Group D match at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday, 25th June at 02:00 GMT.
LAFC earned their place in the FIFA Club World Cup with a thrilling play-off win, thanks to a late extra-time goal from Denis Bouanga against Club América. However, their recent domestic form has been inconsistent, with a slow start to the 2025 season and only one win in their last five competitive matches, as we noted on our dedicated page for all football facts and stats for the MLS.
The Los Angeles-based team heads into their final game against Brazilian side CR Flamengo having lost both of their games so far, with a somewhat surprising 0-1 loss to Tunisian-based club Espérance de Tunis at the GEODIS Park stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.
The Black & Gold have shown attacking flair, averaging 1.8 goals per game in their last 10 matches across all competitions, but defensive frailties have seen them concede in eight of those games. Their high-pressing style under coach Steve Cherundolo could trouble Flamengo, but they’ll need to be clinical against a seasoned opponent.
The Rubro-Negro have been prolific, scoring in all of their last 11 matches. They have also kept clean sheets in four of their last five outings. Their experience in high-stakes continental competitions gives them an edge, and with two wins out of two so far in the Club World Cup, they are likely to make it three from three when they face LAFC.
Historically, LAFC and Flamengo have never met, making this a fascinating clash of MLS ambition against South American pedigree. LAFC’s opportunistic style contrasts with Flamengo’s possession-based approach, setting the stage for an open encounter.
LAFC FIFA Club World Cup form:
- Chelsea: 0-2 (L) 16/06/2025
- Espérance de Tunis: 0-1 (L) 20/06/2025
LAFC form (all competitions):
- W (H) 3-1 against Kansas City (MLS) 09/06/25
- D (A) 2-2 against Montreal (MLS) 25/05/25
- D (A) 2-2 against LA Galaxy (MLS) 19/05/25
- W (H) 4-0 against Seattle Sounders (MLS) 19/05/25
- D (A) 2-2 against Vancouver (MLS) 12/05/25
Flamengo FIFA Club World Cup form:
- Espérance de Tunis: 2-0 (W) 17/06/2025
- Chelsea: 3-1 (W) 20/06/2025
Flamengo’s recent form in all competitions:
• W (H) 5-0 against Fortaleza (Serie A) 01/06/25
• W (H) 1-0 against Tachira (Copa Libertadores) 29/05/25
• W (A) 2-0 against Palmeiras (Serie A) 25/05/25
• W (H) 4-2 against Botafogo PB (Copa Do Brasil) 22/05/25
• D (H) 0-0 against Botafogo (Serie A) 18/05/25
Team News
LAFC are likely to rely on their star trio of Denis Bouanga, Olivier Giroud, and David Martinez in attack. Bouanga, who scored the decisive goal against Club América, will be key, while Giroud’s experience could prove vital.
In midfield, Mark Delgado and Igor Jesus are expected to provide stability, with Hugo Lloris in goal, bringing World Cup-winning pedigree. Defenders Aaron Long and Eddie Segura may anchor the backline, though they’ll need to be wary of Flamengo’s dynamic forwards.
Flamengo could field recent signing Jorginho in midfield alongside Erick Pulgar and Giorgian de Arrascaeta, with Gonzalo Plata leading the line. Their defence, likely featuring Léo Pereira and Danilo, has been solid but not impenetrable.
LAFC possible starting lineup:
Lloris; Palencia, Long, Segura, Hollingshead; Igor Jesus, Delgado, Tillman; Bouanga, Giroud, Martinez
Flamengo possible starting lineup:
Rossi; Wesley, Danilo, Pereira, Lucas; Jorginho, Pulgar; Luiz Araujo, Arrascaeta, Gerson; Plata
We Say: LAFC 1-2 Flamengo
LAFC’s attacking threat and home-continent advantage make them dangerous, but Flamengo’s depth, experience, and clinical finishing should see them edge this contest. Expect a tight game, with Flamengo’s quality in the final third proving the difference.
