The stuff of Champions: Accumulator Tips for JUNE 20 2025

The Club World Cup continues to heat up as it enters the second round of group stage games. To our surprise, Botafogo, the reigning champions of Brazil, defeated the champions of Europe, PSG, in an entertaining Group B clash. We focus on League of Ireland Premiership and Group D games in this accumulator. Shamrock Rovers must maintain their position at the top of the league table as they take on a bottom-table team, Cork City. Chelsea will be hoping to take the lead in Group D as they take on current group leaders Flamengo. Los Angeles and Esperance will fight for their first point in the competition. Let's analyze the teams’ forms, key stats, and my opinion on the upcoming game. 

Flamengo vs Chelsea

The FIFA Club World Cup will take another turn as Flamengo lock horns against Chelsea FC in the second round of the competition at the Lincoln Financial Field. Flamengo started the Club World Cup in great spirits, with a confident 2-0 victory over Esperance in a game that had Flamengo scoring in both halves. They currently lead Group D. Chelsea, on the other hand, started their Club World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over Esperance, with Pedro Neto scoring a superb goal in the first half and Enzo Fernandez coming off the bench in the second half to double their lead. We believe this game is very much open in terms of scoring ability and opportunities, and I believe both teams will get a chance at scoring. 

Flamengo vs Chelsea probable lineup;

Flamengo FC possible Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Rossi—Varela, Leo Ortiz, Pereira, Ayrton Lucas—Pulgar, Jorginho—Gerson, Arrascaeta, Luiz Araujo—Pedro

Head coach: Filipe Luis

Chelsea possible Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Gregor Sanchez—Recce James. Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella—Enzo, Caicedo—Neto, Cole Palmar, Madueke—Jackson

Head Coach: Enzo Maresca

• Bet: 2TO (5) corners

Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City

Shamrock Rovers are in sensational form with an unbeaten record in their last 10 games across all competitions. The last time Shamrock lost a league game was as far back as early April, and they have maintained a positive outlook ever since. They came back from a goal down to defeat Drogheda United in their last league game by a 1-2 scoreline. Shamrock continue to lead the League of Ireland League table with a nine-point margin over their closest rivals, Bohemian. Cork City, on the other hand, is having a bad season as they are currently at the bottom of the league table. Shamrock will go all out for the victory here, and we can bank on a win for Shamrock. 


Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City Match trends;

No losses for Shamrock Rovers in their last four meetings against Cork City;

Shamrock Rovers has scored first in 8 of their last 10 meetings;

Less than 10.5 corners in four of their last five meetings;

• Bet:TO 2.5 goals

Los Angeles vs Esperance

Both teams are yet to secure a point in the Club World Cup, and they’ll both be aiming for their first victory in the competition. Los Angeles was overpowered by Chelsea in a 2-0 thriller, while Esperance also lost to Flamengo with the same scoreline. Los Angeles have been really competitive this season and even in the Club World Cup, although they were overpowered by Chelsea in the opener. Esperance, on the other hand, is struggling, and this might extend to their game against the Americans. 

I believe the Tunisian side is below par in terms of form and performance, as evidenced in their club World Cup opener, and I believe Los Angeles will win or draw this game. Esperance won’t be able to match the pace and strength of the Americans. 

Los Angeles vs Esperance probable lineup;

Los Angeles FC Potential Starting Lineup (4-3-3)

Hugo Lloris—Hollingshead, Segura, Long, Sergi Palencia—Delgado, Igor Jesus, Tillman—Bouanga, Giroud, Ordaz

Head Coach: Steven Cherundolo

Esperance ST Potential Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Said—Ben Hmida, Tougai, Meriah, Ben Ali—Ogbelu, Guenichi—Belaili, Jbeli, Sasse—Rodrigo Rodrigues

Head Coach: Mahr Kanzari

• Bet: 1X & TU 3.5 goals