2015 FIFA Club World Cup Match vs Kashima Antlers
Correcting the date of Club America's 2015 Club World Cup match.
The 2015 FIFA Club World Cup match between Club America and Kashima Antlers was played on December 13, 2015.
Quick Facts
- Venue
- Nagai Stadium, Osaka
- Top scorer
- Darío Benedetto (2 goals), Osvaldo Martínez (1 goal)
- Outcome
- Advanced to Final vs River Plate (lost 3–0)
Lore & Background
The FIFA Club World Cup is an international men's association football competition organised by FIFA. The tournament was first contested in 2000 and became an annual event from 2005 to 2023. The 2015 edition was part of this annual format.
Reader's Guide
The match took place during the 2015 FIFA Club World Cup, which featured teams from various confederations competing for the title.
Did You Know?
- The FIFA Club World Cup was originally called the FIFA Club World Championship when first held in 2000.
- The competition was not held from 2001 to 2004 due to the collapse of FIFA's marketing partner ISL.
- Real Madrid hold the record for most titles with five wins.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the 2015 Club World Cup match between América and Kashima Antlers played?
This semi-final clash took place on December 16, 2015, at the International Stadium Yokohama in Japan.
What was the result of this iconic encounter for Club América?
The Mexican side achieved a dominant victory with a final score of 3–0 against their Asian opponents.
Which stage of the FIFA tournament did this match represent?
This fixture served as the semi-final round where defending CONCACAF champions faced reigning J-League winners.
Who was highlighted among the scorers during this victory?
Omar Bravo is noted for scoring a goal in this display, contributing to the win that advanced América further in the tournament.
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