Inter Miami achieved a 2-1 win against Porto in their FIFA Club World Cup match in the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday to stay second in the classification of the A. group
With all Group A teams (Inter Miami, Palmieras, Al Ahly and Porto) who play Goalless tracts in their opening match, it was not mathematically possible for each team to book a place in the round of 16 on the second day of competition.
However, the general calculation is that five points will be sufficient to secure the qualification, and four points can even do it.
That is why the victory against Porto was crucial for Lionel Messi and Co. When they reached four points. Although the level is on points with topper Palmeiras, Inter Miami remains second due to an inferior target difference.
Palmeiras held a clean leaf in his 2-0 win against Al Ahly, while Inter Miami took a goal in his victory against Porto.
What should Inter Miami do to be eligible for round of 16?
With four points already in the bag, a draw against Palmeiras in his last group A match will be enough to send Inter Miami to the knockouts.
It can also be eligible with a loss, on condition that Al Ahly and Porto play a draw in their last group A match.
However, if Inter Miami wins against Palmeiras and Al Ahly or Porto wins, the different tie treakers will come into play to decide who will make the next round.
The tie treakers follow (in order of preference):
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Group points
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Head-to-head in the game (s) between the relevant teams
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Target difference in the match (s) between the relevant teams
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Goals scored in the match (s) between the relevant teams
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Difference
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Group goals scored
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Disciplinary points (yellow and red cards)
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Draw
