We simulate the Club World Cup knockout stage on Placa!

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The episode begins with the “De Placa” team explaining the plan: to use a simulator to predict the entire knockout stage of the Club World Cup, from the preliminary round to the grand final. The commentators quickly review the tournament format, noting that seven clubs compete for the title in single-elimination matches and highlighting each confederation’s representative—Real Madrid (Europe), Flamengo (South America), Al-Hilal (Asia), Seattle Sounders (Concacaf), Wydad Casablanca (Africa), Al Ahly (African runners-up invited as guests), and Auckland City (Oceania).

In the first bracket, the simulator pits Auckland City against Al Ahly. The Egyptian side lives up to expectations and goes through, though only after a late winning goal. Next, Al Ahly faces the Seattle Sounders and pulls off a surprise by knocking out the Concacaf champions, helped by American defensive errors and the clinical finishing of striker Mohamed Sherif. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal meets Wydad Casablanca, and the Saudis prevail on penalties after a scrappy draw. The analysts praise Salem Al-Dawsari and Luciano Vietto for their performances.

With the semifinals set, the tension rises. Flamengo debut against Al Ahly; despite the Egyptians’ good form, the Rio giants impose their rhythm and win by two goals, driven by a brilliant Arrascaeta and the Pedro-Gabigol strike partnership. In the other semi, Real Madrid take on Al-Hilal and confirm European superiority: Vinícius Júnior scores, Luka Modrić dictates the tempo, and the Madrid side reach the final without much trouble.

The third-place match rekindles an Arab rivalry. Al-Hilal beat Al Ahly and claim the bronze medal. The decisive clash between Flamengo and Real Madrid—dubbed the “dream final”—sparks heated debate over tactics. The simulator predicts a balanced contest, ultimately decided in extra time by a Rodrygo goal after a solo run from Vinícius Júnior. Final result: Real Madrid once again crowned world champions, Flamengo finish runners-up.

After the simulation, the hosts assess how realistic the outcomes are. They conclude that Real Madrid’s financial muscle and deeper squad usually make the difference, though they stress that Flamengo can pull off an upset if they shore up their defense and midfield. They also highlight the rise of Al-Ahly and Al-Hilal, who no longer come “just to participate,” and the disappointment of the Seattle Sounders, eliminated before facing the tournament heavyweights. Finally, they invite viewers to share in the comments which scenario they think is most likely in real life, and end the show on a light note, building anticipation for the Club World Cup

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