Overview
- Kickoff is 11:00 CST at Estadio Áhmad bin Ali in Al Rayyan, Qatar.
- Viewing details vary by region, with reports pointing to FIFA+ streaming and some outlets listing DAZN or DSports, leaving traditional TV carriage uncertain.
- Flamengo arrive rested after winning the Copa Libertadores and the Brasileirão, with coach Filipe Luís saying the squad is in its best moment.
- Cruz Azul travel follows a Liga MX semifinal and the team is coping with absences that include Jesús Orozco, Kevin Mier and Andrés Montaño.
- If the match is tied after 90 minutes it goes to extra time and penalties, and the winner faces Pyramids FC on Dec. 13 for a shot at PSG on Dec. 17.