Live score: Mamelodi Sundowns v Fluminense (Club World Cup)
Mamelodi Sundowns v Fluminense
Stay tuned as match is due to start at 22:00 Cairo time (GMT+3)
Venue: Hard Rock Stadium
Referee: Anthony Taylor
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