Inter Miami left themselves with plenty of work to do in Group A after drawing to Al Ahly in the tournament opener, but an upset victory over Porto leaves the Herons in a strong position to advance.
The presence of a certain Lionel Messi is perhaps the sole reason why David Beckham’s franchise are involved in the Club World Cup, and the great Argentine was at his majestic best on Matchday 2 in Atlanta to boost his team’s chances of progressing.
A positive result against the impressive Palmeiras guarantees their place in the round of 16, and even a defeat on Monday may prove inconsequential. A lot has to go against them if they’re to succumb to an early elimination.
Here’s how Javier Mascherano could set his team up against the Brazilians.
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