CHARLOTTE — The fight for control in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 clash is intensifying, with FC Internazionale Milano being awarded a free kick in a key central position following a foul by Fluminense.
At the 24:19 mark, with Inter still pushing to overcome a 1-0 deficit, a challenge from a Fluminense player left an Inter midfielder on the turf, prompting referee Ivan Arcides Barton Cisneros to immediately signal a foul.
The image captures the moment just after the call, with players from both teams reacting to the stoppage in play. For Inter, the free kick offers a valuable opportunity to regain composure, build a structured attack, and probe the disciplined Fluminense defense.
As the first half progresses, every tackle and set-piece becomes more significant. This latest foul underscores the tough, physical battle unfolding in the midfield as Inter desperately seeks a way back into the game.
