Auckland City FC face South American giants Boca Juniors in their FIFA Club World Cup finale

Auckland City FC will close out their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a blockbuster match against South American heavyweights Boca Juniors in Nashville tomorrow. (7am NZT)

The Navy Blues have endured a challenging run in the tournament, having fallen to European giants Bayern Munich and Benfica. Already out of contention for the knockout stages, Auckland will now look to finish on a high as they prepare to take on one of the most iconic clubs in world football.

Boca Juniors, six-time Copa Libertadores champions, arrive in Nashville with plenty on the line. With Edinson Cavani, Marcos Rojo and rising talents like Kevin Zenón in their ranks, the Argentine side need a convincing win and a favourable result between Benfica and Bayern Munich to book their place in the knockout rounds. Boca’s goal difference is -1 while Benfica’s is +6 and the Argentine’s need a Bayern win, while improving their own goal difference.

Despite the odds stacked heavily against them, Auckland City are once again relishing the opportunity to test themselves on football’s biggest stage.

Head coach Paul Posa, who returned to guide the team after the opening loss to Bayern Munich, is under no illusions about the size of the challenge but says the focus remains on effort, growth, and representing the region with pride.

“We know the calibre of team we’re up against,” Posa said at today’s pre-match media conference. “Boca Juniors are a football institution, with world-class talent and massive history, but that’s exactly why these games are special for us.”

Posa acknowledged the results against Bayern (10-0) and Benfica (6-0) had been tough, but he believes the team has responded well.

“Our players have shown great character. We’ve stayed united, and the experience of facing top teams has only helped us grow,” he said.

When asked what success would look like against Boca, Posa was clear: “It’s not just about the scoreline. It’s about the performance, the fight, the moments we can create. We want to show that Oceania football belongs on this stage.”

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