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What did Toni Kroos say about Flamengo's performance against PSG (FRA)?

Flamengo once again surprised the world after the Club World Cup final against PSG (FRA). Former player and one of the key figures of Real Madrid's (ESP) recent generation, Toni Kroos admitted he was surprised by the Rubro-Negro's performance against the French team.

— It surprises me a little, but it means that Brazilian football, or at least the main teams in Brazil, can compete well -, he said, before concluding:

— Without a doubt, PSG was the best team in Europe last season. Now, they are a bit below, suffering from injuries, but it shows that Brazilian football is doing well -, concluded Kroos, in an interview with ‘Romário TV’.

How was the game?

The first half began with both teams studying each other. However, at the 38th minute, PSG opened the scoring with Kvaratskhelia. Additionally, after conceding the goal, Flamengo started creating more opportunities but couldn't find the back of the net.

Returning from the break, Flamengo began to control possession more, and at the 17th minute, Arrascaeta was fouled by Marquinhos, resulting in a penalty. Thus, with the penalty, Jorginho equalized for Mengão.

And the penalty shootout?

With the score remaining 1-1 until the end of extra time, penalties decided the Club World Cup final. Thus, PSG came out on top with a 2-1 victory over the Rubro-Negro. Dembélé and Barcola missed for the French team, while Saúl, Pedro, Léo Pereira, and Luiz Araújo missed for Mengão.

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