Why did the Inter vs Urawa Reds game at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup end up being so close even though Inter Milan was considered the favorite?

Updated June 23, 2025 • 1-min read

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Jun 22, 2025

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Posted by Anonymous - Jun 22, 2025

Honestly, I was surprised at how close the Inter vs Urawa Reds match was. Just looking at the teams, most people expected Inter Milan to cruise through because of their crazy history in European football and all the titles they’ve won. But watching the game, it felt like Urawa Reds came out with nothing to lose, while Inter almost looked a bit too chill at the start. Urawa’s pressing and team spirit definitely kept them in it. Also, sometimes with these big tournaments like the FIFA Club World Cup, favorites don’t always play 100 percent because they already have so many games during the season. I remember thinking the Reds’ keeper made some wild saves that kept the score close until the end. In my opinion, it shows that football today is more unpredictable than people think. Inter did win 2-1, but you gotta respect how Urawa made it tough for them, especially since Japanese teams don’t get the hype European teams do. It just makes these international club matches way more exciting. Would love to see more upsets like that in the future! If you’re into football, these games are proof that anyone can put up a fight on the world stage.

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