Welcome to Extratips, where today’s FIFA Club World Cup clash delivered a 2-0 victory for Flamengo over ES Tunis — even without any goals, there was plenty of action to dissect.

Key moments? Despite no goals, Flamengo dominated possession and created the clearest chances. A standout was their unwavering pressing, which kept the Tunisian side on the back foot. Interestingly, the match saw no substitutions or tactical surprises, indicating both coaches played it safe, focusing on stability.

On the performance front, Flamengo's relentless intensity and disciplined defense shone through, while ES Tunis struggled to break down their opponents’ organized backline. The tactical approach favored patience and quick counters, a plan that paid off.

Pre-match predictions didn’t see a 2-0 scoreline coming, especially with no goals scored — a rare outcome in such a competitive fixture. The result slightly upsets betting odds, where draws or even Tunisian favorites were likely expected.

Head-to-head data shows Flamengo has a good recent run, including a big 5-0 win, so the outcome isn’t shocking in raw form but confirms Flamengo’s growing confidence in international matches.

This win boosts Flamengo’s standing in the tourney, bringing hope for a deep run, while ES Tunis faces regrouping as they aim to sharpen their attack. Two big talking points? How Flamengo's solid midfield kept things tight and whether ES Tunis’s cautious game plan was enough.

All in all, a controlled display from Flamengo with tactical nous and grit. Both sides walk away with lessons, but Flamengo’s victory hints they’re a team to watch as the knockout stages heat up.