Bayern Munich to Clash with Argentina's Boca Juniors in FIFA Club World Cup

Miami, FL - The stage is set for an exciting encounter as two-time winners Bayern Munich take on Argentina giants Boca Juniors in the group stage of the FIFA Club World Cup at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

The match, scheduled for 9pm local time on Friday, will be a crucial one for both teams as they aim to secure their passage into the knockout stages. A victory for Bayern Munich will guarantee them qualification, while Boca Juniors need to win or draw to stay in contention.

Boca Juniors' recent form has been inconsistent, with a 2-2 draw against Benfica followed by red cards being handed out to two key players. The Argentinian side are expected to field a similar starting XI from their previous match without suspended duo Ander Herrera and Nicolas Figal.

"I'm confident that we can win the game," said Boca Juniors manager Miguel Russo, who faces off against Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany for the second time in his managerial career. "We have to be up to the task and adapt quickly because it will be a tough match."

The clash marks only the fourth encounter between Bayern Munich and Boca Juniors in 100 years, with the German side having won their last meeting 1-0 in extra time.

Bayern Munich's star forward Harry Kane is expected to lead the line for the team after a blistering performance against Auckland City in their opening match. The win ensured that Bayern claimed top spot in Group C and sets them up nicely for their encounter with Boca Juniors.

Injuries have kept a few key players out, including Alphonso Davies and Kim Min-jae for Bayern Munich, while Sergio Romero is out for Boca Juniors due to a knee injury.

The match at the Hard Rock Stadium will be broadcast globally, providing fans with a chance to witness an exciting encounter that promises to be full of twists and turns.