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FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Preview: The Global Threats & Florentino Luís Scout Report
Today, we have a FIFA Club World Cup 2025 data analysis preview focusing on the global threats from outside of Europe in this summer's competition along with a scout report on Florentino Luís at SL Benfica and where he could be expected to move and fit like a glove.
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The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to mark a bold new era for global football.
For the first time, the tournament has expanded to feature 32 clubs, so fans are no longer just witnessing a showdown between European giants and South American powerhouses.
Instead, this revamped format offers a truly global spectacle, with clubs from Asia, Africa, North America, and Oceania taking centre stage alongside their more illustrious counterparts.
This data analysis report delves into the key non-European teams participating in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Through advanced metrics and visual breakdowns, we will explore how these clubs set up tactically, how they compare statistically to their rivals, and where their greatest strengths and vulnerabilities lie.
From ball progression and pressing intensity to expected goals and creative output, this report aims to uncover not only how these teams play, but why their approaches matter in this newly levelled global arena.
Florentino Luís is a 25-year-old defensive midfielder, currently playing for SL Benfica.
He has been one of the most consistent performers in Liga Portugal over the last three seasons.
Liverpool, Manchester United, Arsenal, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Everton, Nottingham Forest, Fulham, and most recently, Napoli, have all been linked with a possible transfer.
Despite his growing interest and proven performance level, a transfer abroad has never materialised.
Why hasn’t Luís made the move to a top-five European league yet, despite being on the radar of so many elite teams?
And now, with his prime years approaching, is he finally ready to step onto the biggest stages in world football and prove himself as one of the best in his role?
To provide a complete answer, this scout report will explore his career trajectory, tactical attributes, and potential fit in the top leagues.
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Napoli have agreed personal terms with Sam Beukema on a five-year deal as their top centre-back target.
The move now hinges on talks with Bologna.
Dive into our 2020/2021 scout report from his time at Go Ahead Eagles.
Olympique Marseille have officially signed Angel Gomes on a three-year deal.
Dive into his 2024/2025 season at Lille OSC in our scout report.
Manchester United have set a £70m price tag for Alejandro Garnacho, who could be on the move this summer.
Dive into his 2024/2025 scout report to see the role he takes on at United and where he could fit in better.
