Clash of Contenders: Pachuca vs Salzburg in Crucial Club World Cup Opener
FIFA Club World Cup - Pachuca VS Red Bull Salzburg
Match Time:19-06-2025 06:00 Thursday (UTC+8)
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Pachuca from Mexico’s Liga MX will face Austria’s Red Bull Salzburg at TQL Stadium in their Club World Cup opener. Pachuca aims to build on a recent win, while Salzburg looks to extend their current winning streak to three matches.
Team Analysis:
Pachuca had an inconsistent domestic season, finishing poorly in the Apertura and only reaching the play-in round in the Clausura. They recently edged Al Ahly in a friendly via penalties, marking just their second win in six games. Entering a tough Club World Cup group with Real Madrid, Al Hilal, and Salzburg, they are seen as underdogs and need points from this match to stay in contention.
Salzburg, under new coach Thomas Letsch, finished second in the Austrian Bundesliga after a late-season surge. Despite a cancelled friendly leaving them without match action since late May, they aim to build momentum in this tournament. Their recent away form is shaky, but a win here could significantly boost their chances of advancing.
Player Situation:
Pachuca is likely to field a similar lineup to their recent win over Al Ahly, with Bauermann and Barreto in defense, Moreno in goal, and a front line featuring Kennedy, Rodriguez, and Idrissi. Bautista is expected to play behind the forwards. Salzburg may have Mellberg back from injury, with Bidstrup and Kawamura in midfield, supported by Dorgeles and Gloukh, while Baidoo and Ratkov lead the attack.
Result Prediction:
Pachuca's recent form has been inconsistent, but their match readiness may give them an edge in scoring. Meanwhile, Salzburg are favored to win due to the perceived lower quality of their opponents, and anything less would likely be viewed as underwhelming.
Predicted Result: Pachuca 1-2 RB Salzburg
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